PB RRP
$16.99
ISBN:
9780734412812
Reviewed by Hilary
Smillie
This colourfully illustrated in-house
picture book is a celebration of a mother's care and love for her pre-schooler.
A little girl recounts her routine with mum assisting at every step - waking her
up, getting her dressed, feeding her, showing her how to plant vegetables,
giving her a swing etc.
Each page demonstrates the unique
mother-daughter relationship forged in the simple act of spending time and
putting thought into what they do together. The child is also aware that mums
are busy and is happy to play alone at times.
The message that the little girl feels
important and loved shines through the dialogue. She is not threatened when she
discovers her mum is going to have a baby. In fact she thinks a baby is the best
thing her mum has made and can't wait for her mum to bring it home.
Young children will enjoy the
dazzling colours and busy designs chosen by the artist and relate to much of
what unfolds. The delightfully simple story may help
children to accept the arrival of a sibling. Perhaps, like the small
protagonist, they will think their multi-skilled mum is a genius, too.
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