Hello, friends! Our book today is Me & Mama by Cozbi A. Cabrera, an absolutely gorgeous ode to the special moments between mother and daughter. As a little girl descends the stairs, she is greeted warmly by her mother; they are the only two awake yet, and Papa and brother Luca are still asleep. The … Continue reading Me & Mama (Cozbi A. Cabrera)
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Why a Daughter Needs a Mom (Gregory E. Lang)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Why a Daughter Needs a Mom, written by Gregory E. Lang and illustrated by Sydney Hanson, an ode to the special relationship between mothers and daughters. Adapted from Lang’s adult-oriented gift book of the same name, this version combines Hanson’s adorable animal illustrations with sugary-sweet rhyming text that explores … Continue reading Why a Daughter Needs a Mom (Gregory E. Lang)
Little Whale (Jo Weaver)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Little Whale by Jo Weaver, a sweet tale of family, perseverance, and a mother’s love. The seasons have changed, and a mother gray whale and her new calf must travel north to their pod’s feeding grounds. The little whale is making the journey for the first time, and is … Continue reading Little Whale (Jo Weaver)
How To Make A Mom (Claressa Swensen)
Hello, friends! Our book today is How To Make A Mom, written by Claressa Swensen and illustrated by Alena Paklina, a sugary sweet tribute to what makes moms so special. Written in the form of a recipe, the text takes the reader step-by-step through the making of a very special mom, using ingredients like sugar, … Continue reading How To Make A Mom (Claressa Swensen)
My Mommy Medicine (Edwidge Danticat)
Hello, friends! Our book today is My Mommy Medicine, written by Edwidge Danticat and illustrated by Shannon Wright, a sweet tribute to the special healing powers that mommies possess. When the unnamed protagonist - an adorable little girl with bright eyes and a high poof of natural hair - is feeling sick or sad, her … Continue reading My Mommy Medicine (Edwidge Danticat)
