Mother's Day Picture Books We Are Reading in May

Mother's Day is coming up on May 14th and I am so thrilled to be adding some lovely new picture books to our "mom" collection this year. Our top 10 list includes some old favourites, classics that we will always cherish, and some new, stunning picture books recently released. What do you think of these Mother's Day reads, any favourites?

Someday

by Alison McGhee, artwork by Peter H. Reynolds (Simon & Schuster)

A sweetly illustrated, tear-jerking story about a mother recounting all the things she wishes for her child and how she envisions her life.

Love You Forever

by Robert Munsch, artwork by Sheila McGraw (Firefly Books)

A Canadian classic childhood story from writer Robert Munsch, about a mother and her son, and the bond they share together. That, despite the challenges of motherhood, this mother's love is unconditional and forever.

To My Panik / To My Daughter

by Nadia Sammurtok, artwork by Pelin Turgut (Inhabit Media)

A stunning and beautifully poetic Inuit picture book about a mother and daughter's love. Panik/daughter asks her mother, 'why do you love me?' Anaana responds with the many ways she loves her panik.

Because I'm Your Mom

by Ahmet Zappa, artwork by Dan Santat (Little Brown Books)

A sweet and silly story about all the things moms do for their children, because they love them and because they too had a mom that gave them everything.

How to Spot a Mom

by Donna Amey Bhatt, artwork by Aura Lewis (Wide Eyed Editions)

A brilliantly clever and sweet ode that celebrates mom in every way, shape and form. It is a fun book for kids to read with mom, which shares funny details about every possible type of mom under the sun. It even includes the definition of a mom, the anatomy of a mom, and special mom skills.

Tough Like Mum

by Lana Button, artwork by Carmen Mok (Tundra Books)

A powerful story that offers readers an insightful look into the hardships of low income families, single-parenthood, and depression. It also shares the love within families, exploring the mother/daughter relationship, and reminds us that sometimes ‘being tough’ means asking for help.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle

by Nina LaCour, artwork by Kaylani Juanita (Candlewick)

This lovely picture book shares the sweet story of a little girl who is sorely missing her mommy but finds comfort in the little things at home with mama in the meantime. A story about family love and separation anxiety.

Mommy Time

by Monique James-Duncan, artwork by Ebony Glenn (Candlewick)

A sweet, rhyming story about a typical day a mom spends with her children. From lovingly brushing their hair in the morning to running errands together during the day, to playing in the park, this charming story shares the simple but special moments shared between a mother and her children.

Well Done, Mommy Penguin

by Chris Haughton (Candlewick)

A playful and sweet, vibrant picture book about the amazing contributions mommy penguin makes for her family. A Daddy penguin and his young look on while mommy works on catching fish to feed her little penguin, all while encountering and managing various challenges.

Mama: A World of Mothers and Motherhood

by Hélène Delforge, artwork by Quentin Greban (Floris Books)

An incredibly beautiful poetry picture book that shares a wonderfully diverse group of mothers through its stunning artwork. The poems were inspired by these gorgeous portraits, each one sharing the trials and tribulations of motherhood. From those sweetest moments to the most challenging ones, sharing the beauty and vulnerability of motherhood itself.