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The Mommy Book by Todd Parr celebrates the wonderful diversity of mothers in a bright, child-friendly style. With simple text and Parr's characteristic colourful, childlike art, it highlights how moms sing songs, read stories, and above all, love their children unconditionally. This board book format makes it ideal for little hands and perfect for Mother's Day or any day to appreciate all kinds of mommies.
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This cheerful and inclusive book is perfect for young children and their families, especially those looking to celebrate the different ways mothers nurture and care for their children.

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A Todd Parr favorite now in board book format

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Some mommies sing you songs.

Some mommies read you stories.

All mommies want you to be who you are!

With his trademark childlike art, Todd Parr celebrates all different kinds of mothers. Whether mommies work far away or at home, cook or order pizza, they are all lots of fun and filled with love.

For the first time in board book format, this is the perfect book for celebrating mommies on Mother's Day, and all year round.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316337748

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Board book

Date Published: 05 April 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Illustration: Illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 153.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 16

About the Author

Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Joyful Book, The Kindness Book, Love the World, The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.

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