What would we do without moms?

Children's picture books about mothers and Mother's Day

Updated April 26, 2023
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My mommy.
Paper Book
A board book featuring Peppa -- a lovable, slighty bossy little piggy!Celebrate mothers everywhere with this adorable board book brought to you by Peppa and her little brother, George! This delightful story shows the many reasons why Peppa and George love Mummy Pig, from comforting cuddles to...
Mommy's best kisses
Anastas, Margaret.
Paper Book
There are many ways to say I love you to a child, and now way is sweeter than with a kiss. Every mother knows small hands, a plump tummy, tiny fingers, and wiggling toes all beg to be kissed time and time again. Margaret Anastas's loving rhyme and Susan Winter's gentle illustrations of...
I love my mommy
Andreae, Giles 1966-
Paper Book
I love my mommy very much, She's great to cuddle, soft to touch. Wonderfully child-like verses about everything that makes mothers irresistible to their little ones are illustrated with bright and bold pictures in this life-affirming book. Toddler-friendly, funny, and...
Mother's Day blessings
Berenstain, Mike 1951-
Paper Book
Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear know just what to do for Mama Bear on Mother's Day. In this newest Living Lights title, The Berenstain Bears Mother's Day Blessings, join the Bear family as they spend Mother's Day together remembering just why mothers are so special to us! Mama Bear is the best mama...
Cuddles for mommy
Brown, Ruby
Paper Book
Little Owl wants to cuddle with Mommy Owl, but there are many different types of cuddles. What kind will she choose? What kind of cuddle should Little Owl give Mommy Owl? Little Owl thinks about many different types of cuddles: good morning, goodbye, thank you, and good night...
Because your mommy loves you
Clements, Andrew 1949-2019
Paper Book
When a little boy and his mom go camping, mini-disasters abound, and there are lots of opportunities for Mom to step in and fix everything. But instead, with a loving touch, this mommy shows her child ways to do things for himself, going far to encourage her child’s...
Missing mommy
Cobb, Rebecca.
Paper Book
Some time ago, we said good-bye to Mommy. I am not sure where she has gone. Honest and straightforward, this touching story explores the many emotions a bereaved child may experience, from anger and guilt to sadness and bewilderment. Ultimately, Missing Mommy focuses on the...
Mommies are amazing
Costain, Meredith
Paper Book
In this companion to Daddies Are Awesome, mommy cats and kittens take the spotlight, celebrating moms of all kinds. Loving and thoughtful, playful and daring, cuddly and caring--mommies are amazing. This gentle rhyming text celebrates the special bond between mother and child....
My mommy hung the moon : a love story
Curtis, Jamie Lee 1958-
Paper Book
My mommy hung the moon. She tied it with string. My mommy's good at EVERYTHING. The ninth children's book by the #1 New York Times bestselling team of Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell is a celebration of unconditional love between mother and child. Mommy is the...
Llama Llama home with Mama
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
Llama Llama, morning light. Feeling yucky, just not right. Down to breakfast. Tiny sneeze. Sniffle, snuffle. Tissues, please! Ah-choo! Uh-oh, Llama Llama's nose is feeling tickly, his throat is feeling scratchy, and his head is feeling stuffy....
Llama Llama misses mama
Dewdney, Anna
Paper Book
Strange new teacher. Strange new toys. Lots of kids and lots of noise! What would Llama like to do? Llama Llama feels so new . . . It's Llama Llama's first day of preschool! And Llama Llama's mama makes sure he's ready. They meet the teachers. See the...
My mom is trying to ruin my life
Feiffer, Kate
Paper Book
Everyone has only nice things to say about my mom. Everyone likes her. She looks nice. She bakes great cookies and makes me feel better when I have a bad day. But would a really nice mom do embarrassing things like kiss me in public and tell...
My new mom & me
Galindo, Renata
Paper Book
A heartwarming "tail" about adoption, diversity, and acceptance - a perfect storytime read this Mother's Day! Told from the point of view of a puppy who is adopted by a cat, this gentle and reassuring tale is perfect for very young readers and listeners. When the...
My mom is a firefighter
Grambling, Lois G.
Paper Book
Every little boy has a hero. Billy's happens to be his mom. Billy has two families--his mom and dad, and his firehouse "uncles," who work with his mom. Having a firehouse family is lots of fun. But Billy also knows that firefighters have an important job to do, protecting people and...
T. Rex and the Mother's Day hug
Grambling, Lois G.
Paper Book
It's Mother's Day, and T. Rex wants to do something really special for his mama. No more boring chocolates or fern-decorated living rooms or completely wallpapered dining rooms for Mama Rex this year! This time, T. Rex has the perfect gift idea that he knows Mama Rex is going to love SOOO...
Mommy is a soft, warm kiss
Greene, Rhonda Gowler.
Paper Book
The best of times in every season are the ones spent with Mommy. Whether it's making sand castles during summer, sewing Halloween costumes in the fall, or splashing in puddles on a rainy spring day, the fun never stops. The bond between mother and daughter is perfectly captured in lovely, rhyming...
Baby penguins love their mama!
Guion, Melissa
Paper Book
Perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day . . . or any day! When you're a mama penguin with lots (and lots) of little ones to take care of, the days can melt together in a blur. Monday: swimming lessons. Tuesday: sliding. Wednesday: waddling. And on and on. Mama loves her...
Mommy loves
Gutman, Anne.
Paper Book
Animal babies are so adorable that their mommies can't help but cuddle and love them. In this celebration of parental love, each mommy shows how much she loves her baby in her own special way.
Always listen to your mother
Heide, Florence Parry.
Paper Book
Ernest is good boy. He does what his mother asks, helps her with household chores.and never has any fun. When a new boy moves in next door, Ernest's mother encourages her son to make friends. Nice children always do. But the new neighbors seem a little bit...strange.  In fact, you might call them...
Mommy time
James-Duncan, Monique
Paper Book
This intimate picture book debut captures the joys--and occasional struggles--of being a stay-at-home parent. Rollicking rhyme and playful illustrations record a day in the life of two rambunctious children and their stay-at-home mother. As fun as it is being a kid, it can be...
I love my mami!
Katschke, Judy.
Paper Book
Join Dora and her mami as they spend the day together!
Where is baby's mommy? : a lift-the-flap book
Katz, Karen.
Paper Book
Is Mommy behind the chair? Is Mommy behind the plant? Join baby as he plays hide-and-seek with Mommy. The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps in this delightful interactive book are perfect for parents and children to share.
Mother's Day surprise
Krensky, Stephen.
Paper Book
Violet is a young snake who likes to play with the other animals in the forest. But when spring arrives, her friends get very busy making presents for Mother's Day. Violet is glad everyone's working so hard, but what can she do for her own mother? Without arms or legs or teeth, she can't make...
Just for you!
Leeson, Christine
Paper Book
When her boyfriend dumps her, high school junior Jen Lewis wonders how she will survive the school year without him until her grandmother gives her a book called The Breakup Bible, which, by following a few simple commandments, is rumored to help women quickly recover from breakups. Reprint.
Mamasaurus
Lomp, Stephan
Paper Book
This colorful and reassuring picture book follows Babysaurus on an adventure as he enlists his prehistoric friends to seek his Mamasaurus. Is his Mamasaurus the fastest in the jungle? No. Is she the loudest? No. Is she the best flyer? No! Of course, Mamasaurus has been right there all along. And...
Mama's kisses
McMullan, Kate
Paper Book
From bestselling author Kate McMullan, a sweet rhyming bedtime story celebrating mothers' love. It's bedtime in the jungle, but baby panda, elephant, orangutan, and leopard are nowhere to be found. Their mamas set out to look for their wayward little ones, calling them to bed with a...
Leo loves Mommy
McQuinn, Anna
Paper Book
Leo, Lola's little brother from Leo Loves Baby Time, is back in a new adventure with Mommy! Perfect for Mother's Day or every day, this sweet companion to Leo Loves Daddy and spin-off of the best-selling Lola Reads series is sure to delight. Leo and Mommy love to...
Love you forever
Munsch, Robert N. 1945-
Paper Book
A young woman holds her newborn son And looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him: "I'll love you forever I'll like you for always As long as I'm living My baby you'll be." So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide....
Mum School.
Penguin Young Readers Licenses (COR)
Paper Book
Play Mum School with Bluey in this fun storybook! Based on the wildly successful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+ Bluey wants to play Mum School instead of taking her bath. But when Bluey's balloon kids go out of control, Bluey doesn't know what to do! Will...
In our mothers' house
Polacco, Patricia.
Paper Book
Marmee, Meema and the kids are just like any other family on the block. In their beautiful house they cook dinner together, they laugh together and they dance together. But some of the other families don't accept them. They say they are different. How can a family have two mums and no dad? But...
I love my mommy because--
Porter-Gaylord, Laurel.
Paper Book
The perfect board book for babies and toddlers to read with Mom!"I love my mommy because she gives me great big hugs." This book begins with a heartwarming scene between a human parent and child, but moves on to loving care in many animal families."She...
How to raise a mom
Reagan, Jean 1965-
Paper Book
Celebrate the bond between moms and children with this humorous New York Times-bestseller that invites the kids to do the hard work of raising their mom...if just for a day! This humorous new addition to the beloved HOW TO . . . books takes readers through a playful, busy...
Mother's Day
Rockwell, Anne F.
Paper Book
Each child in Mrs. Madoff's class knows just how to celebrate Mother's Day. Jessica and her mom go hiking together. Sam helps pick out a new kitchen table. Sarah and her dad take Grandma to her favorite restaurant. And when a surprise visitor comes to class, the kids learn how to make a handmade...
Ladybug Girl and her mama
Soman, David.
Paper Book
Ladybug Girl stars in this concept board book about spending time with Mama. The short, simple text and sturdy format make this book perfect for sharing with the toddler in your life. Ladybug Girl loves her mama, and can't wait to spend the day with her. They plant flowers in the...
Kiss kiss
Wild, Margaret 1948-
Paper Book
One day when Baby Hippo woke up, he was in such a rush to go and play that he forgot to give his mama a kiss... As Baby Hippo wanders through the jungle, he hears "Kiss, kiss!" from all the other animal parents and babies. Finally he realizes what it is he forgot to do.... This adorable,...
Piglet and Mama
Wild, Margaret 1948-
Paper Book
Speaking to every child who has ever been lost, this warmly illustrated book tells the story of young Piglet, who has lost her mama. All of the other mothers in the barnyard offer to help, but little Piglet is determined to find her mama. Ideal for Mother's Day. Full color.
31 uses for a mom
Ziefert, Harriet
Paper Book
Moms are great at so many things! Mom is the one you go to if you need a knee patched or an elbow bandaged, if you want to hear the best story or eat the best cookies. Telling time is her forte, and surely her resume includes titles like Party Planner, Doctor, Pitcher, Catcher, and Chauffeur....

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