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By Diondra K. Brown
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Warmhearted tale celebrates everyday mother-daughter love.
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What's the Story?
MAMA & ME tells the story of a young girl who wakes up with the desire to be "everywhere Mama is." The main character's love for her mother is expressed in the way she emulates her throughout the story. Mama and daughter take care and love with each other throughout the story as they explore the world around them. The girl's feelings are palpable as she is mesmerized by the majestic nature of her mother, and everything she does. The young girl experiences a perfect day with her mama, which ends with a vivid dream of all her favorite memories from the day.
Is It Any Good?
This simple, charming story of a young girl and her mother will capture readers' hearts. In Mama & Me, Cozbi A. Cabrera perfectly captures nuances of African American culture with her beautifully bold illustrations and lyrical text. The book highlights the young girl's unique observations of the world and her robust imagination. The descriptive language helps create a distinctive sensory experience for readers. The divine bond between mama and daughter is delightfully celebrated in this must-read.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the day the mom and child spend together in Mama & Me. What do you think are ingredients for a perfect day? Who would you spend the day with? Where would you go? Do you think you would have a dream about your day when you fell asleep at night?
In the story, Mama sings "Good morning to you" in the tune of the birthday song. Is there a special way to say "Good morning" in your family?
Which is your favorite picture? Why?
"Mama," "Mommy," and "Mom" are all words for mother. Can you think of any more? Do you know words for mother in other languages?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Cozbi A. Cabrera
- Genre : Picture Book
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings ) , STEM
- Book type : Non-Fiction
- Publisher : Denene Milner Books
- Publication date : August 25, 2020
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 4 - 8
- Number of pages : 40
- Available on : Nook, Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Awards : Caldecott Medal and Honors , Coretta Scott King Medal and Honors
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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