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1. are you my mother? by pd eastman (prek-1)
Sweet and simple, this classic tale of a baby bird’s search for belonging is always a heartwarming read aloud.
2. my mother is mine by marion dane bauer (prek-1)
This poem invites readers to consider all the ways their most precious caregivers are special. It’s the perfect introduction to card making for Mother’s Day.
3. mom’s khimar by jamilah thompkins-bigelow (prek-1)
We love books that describe everyday aspects of the lives of Muslim children. This story describes a girl’s charming game of dress-up with her mother’s headscarves.
4. no david! by david shannon (prek-1)
somehow, never seeing the face of david’s mother makes her even more endearing. she reminds us that love trumps bad behavior, even those who pick their noses, break vases, and don’t wear pants.
5. grandma’s bag by vanessa brantley-newton (prek-1)
do you think of certain jewelry, makeup or candy when you remember your grandmother? This modern grandmother carries her staples in her bag, along with a special gift for her granddaughter.
6. the best mother by c.m. surrisi (prek-2)
This is a story for anyone who has fantasized about having a different kind of mother, perhaps one who nags less and says yes more, just to be reminded that there is no mother quite like the one you have.
7. the story i will tell by nancy tupper ling (prek-2)
When a young boy asks his mother to tell him how he came into his family, she shares a beautiful bedtime story that culminates in the story of his international adoption.
8. stellaluna by janell cannon (prek-2)
This shelf staple is a wonderful opportunity to talk about family ties and how the love of foster families is special too.
9. how to raise a mom by jean reagan (k-2)
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Kids will love imagining what it would be like if they were in charge of their moms! From packing supplies for an outing to waiting patiently in long lines, it’s not hard to figure out where the kids in this story learned all their tricks.
10. stella brings the family by miriam b. dodge (k-2)
When Stella’s teacher announces that her class is having a Mother’s Day celebration, she wonders who to invite. she has two awesome dads, but no moms. After much thought, she comes up with the perfect solution.
11. mom elizabeti by stephanie stuve-bodeen (k-2)
Mom has a new baby and Elizabeth has to take care of her little brother. this story celebrates the sweetness (but also the challenging reality) of older siblings taking care of younger ones.
12. my mom has x-ray vision by angela mcallister (k-2)
For all the kids who’ve ever wondered how mommy “knew” what he or she was doing, this hilarious story nods to mommy’s superpowers.
13. my fairy stepmother by marni prince (prek-3)
Young learners will enjoy this story of a girl whose stepmother helps her overcome her fear of the dark. Older students may compare her themes to fairy tale depictions of “evil stepmothers.”
14. olivia the spy by ian falconer (k-3)
When Olivia overhears her mother on the phone complaining about her behavior, she worries that she will be fired. instead, her mother plans a special outing full of characteristic humor and charm.
15. the card of antonio/the card of antonio de rigoberto gonzalez (k-3)
Antonio loves his mom’s partner, Leslie, but isn’t sure how to handle his peers’ teasing about his appearance. Wise advice from his mother and a surprise from Leslie help him follow his heart.
16. sunday shopping by sally derby (k-3)
evie and grandma have a special tradition on sunday nights of pretend shopping using newspaper ads. Grandma takes care of Evie during her mom’s deployment, a reality for many kids.
17. a chair for my mother by vera b. williams (k-4)
Like countless other moms, the one in this story works hard to provide for her family. the multigenerational love between the women of this family is worth revisiting every year.
18. mama the alien/mama la extraterrestre by rene colato lainez (1-4)
When Sofia finds her mother’s resident alien card in her bag, she wonders if her mother has a green, flaky secret. It’s all explained when her mom reveals that she will eventually become a US citizen.
19. grace lin’s ugly vegetables (1-4)
A girl wishes that her mother’s garden was full of beautiful flowers like all the neighbours’. Her perspective changes when her mother uses her “ugly” products in her delicious traditional Chinese cuisine.
20. at our mothers’ house by patricia polacco (1-5)
marmee and meema’s house is full of children, chaos and love. Patricia Polacco challenges readers to think inclusively about what she does to a family.
21. poems in the attic by nikki grimes (2-5)
Grandma’s attic can be the perfect place to learn more about your mother when she was young. These poems will spark children’s curiosity about their own mothers’ stories.
22. the wakame pickers by holly thompson (2-5)
Nanami’s two grandmothers live in a world apart, but they connect during a special visit about the traditional Japanese practice of harvesting seaweed.
23. fairy mommy and me by sophie kinsella (1-3)
honors the magic of moms around the world with a story about one who is actually magical. however, her mother is still perfecting her fairy spells, which causes some mishaps in this fun new title.
24. road trip with max and his mom by linda urban (2-4)
max and his mom hit the road for great-aunt victoria’s 100th birthday party. this is a reassuring portrait of a child’s experience dividing time between divorced parents.
25. ramona and her mother by beverly cleary (2-4)
No Mother’s Day list would be complete without this old favorite. Any child who has ever wanted to grow up but also clings to mom’s attention will identify with Ramona.
26. hurricane kid by kheryn callender (5-8)
Twelve-year-old Caroline must come to terms with the disappearance of her mother. Bullies, a spirit no one else can see, and Ella’s romantic feelings for Ella’s new friend Kalinda de Ella complicate things.
27. far from the tree by robin benway (8 and up)
This moving novel tells the story of three biological brothers, adopted by different families, as they search for their biological mother. warning: keep a box of tissues nearby.
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