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24 books with the same feel
Include books by the same authorThe Runaway Bunny
Margaret Wise Brown · 40 pages
A little rabbit who wants to run away tells his mother how he will escape, but she is always right behind him.
Stellaluna
Janell Cannon · 48 pages
After she falls headfirst into a bird's nest, a baby bat is raised like a bird until she is reunited with her mother.
Llama Llama Home with Mama
Anna Dewdney · 33 pages
Llama Llama's mother takes good care of him when he has to stay home from school because he is sick, but when Mama Llama begins to feel sick, too, Llama Llama knows how to take care of her.
The Kissing Hand
Audrey Penn · 32 pages
When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.
Again!
Emily Gravett
At bedtime, Cedric the dragon wants his mother to read his favorite book again, and again, and again.
Olivia
Ian Falconer · 40 pages
Whether at home getting ready for the day, enjoying the beach, or at bedtime, Olivia is a feisty pig who has too much energy for her own good.
I Love You, Stinky Face
Lisa McCourt · 32 pages
Blueberries for Sal
Robert McCloskey · 54 pages
Little Bear and Sal both go berrying with their mothers, but after sitting down to rest, they each end up following the other one's mother.
The Quilt Story
Tony Johnston, Tomie dePaola · 32 pages
A pioneer mother lovingly stitches a beautiful quilt which warms and comforts her daughter Abigail; many years later another mother mends and patches it for her little girl.
Coat Of Many Colors
Dolly Parton
The story of a young girl in need of a winter coat. Based on the lyrics of the late singer’s song of the same name. (Ages 3 to 7)
The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree: An Appalachian Story
Gloria Houston · 32 pages
Ruthie and her mother wonder how they will fulfill their obligation of getting the perfect Christmas tree to the town for the holiday celebration, since Papa has left the Appalachian area to go to war.
Lola at the Library
Anna McQuinn
Every Tuesday Lola and her mother visit their local library to return and check out books, attend story readings, and share a special treat.
What's Wrong, Little Pookie?
Sandra Boynton
When Pookie feels down, Pookie s mom can always guess what s wrong with her little one. Or can she?
My Mama Had a Dancing Heart
Libba Moore Gray · 32 pages
Harriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!
Mem Fox · 32 pages
When a young girl has a series of mishaps at home one day, her mother tries not to lose her temper--and does not quite succeed.
Little Owl Lost
Chris Haughton
While his mother is away finding food, a newborn owl falls out of his nest and anxiously tries to find her, receiving help from various forest animals.
My Monster Mama Loves Me So
Laura Leuck · 32 pages
A young monster describes all the things its mother does to show she loves it.
Little Mouse
Alison Murray
A little girl explains how she does not always fit her nickname, little mouse, but it is perfect for when she is cuddling with her mother.
Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?
Bill Martin Jr. · 31 pages
Illustrations and rhyming text portray a young bear searching for its mother and meeting many North American animals along the way in this easy-reader version of the 2007 tale. Includes note to parents and teachers, as well as activities.
Come On, Rain!
Karen Hesse
A young girl eagerly awaits a coming rainstorm to bring relief from the oppressive summer heat.
A Chair for My Mother
Vera B. Williams · 32 pages
Ask Mr. Bear
Marjorie Flack · 32 pages
When he doesn't know what to give his mother for her birthday, a small boy asks all the animals for advice.
Dot and Anton
Erich Kastner · 139 pages
'Matches, buy my matches, ladies and gents!' calls Luise Pogge, a.k.a. 'Dot', evening after evening, standing on Weidendammer Bridge in the middle of Berlin. Of course, her wealthy parents have no idea of her whereabouts, believing her to be in the safe care of her nanny, Miss Andacht. But Miss Andacht is being blackmailed by her shady fianc , which is where Dot comes in. Anton, on the other hand,