A Card for My Mom
It is Mother’s Day tomorrow, and the shops are sparkling with lights and gifts, with people, laughter, and excitement—looking for the perfect gift to bring a smile of joy to moms at home.
Among the candles and balloons, the orchids and chocolate hearts, one young girl searches for a card that features a mom who looks like hers. Her mom has gold bangles that jingle-jangle when she washes the curry pots. Her mom wears silk kameez when she buys papaya at the market. Her mom has dark eyes that flash when she dances the bhangra. What will the little girl do if she can’t find a card with a mom who looks like hers?
This is a lively, inclusive picture book about identity and belonging that joyfully celebrates moms and motherhood.
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-1-83629-005-6
On pre-order until 03/04/2025
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$14.24 |
| Interest Level | Preschool - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Picture Books |
| Category | Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, SEL: C Social Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, Social Emotional Learning |
| Copyright | 2025 |
| Publisher | Lantana Publishing |
| Imprint | Lantana Publishing |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Publication Date | 2025-03-04 |
Author: Bashabi Fraser
Dr. Bashabi Fraser is an award-winning British-Indian poet, children’s writer, and academic. In 2021, she was appointed Commander of the British Empire (CBE) by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth for services to education, culture, and cultural integration.
Illustrator: Maanvi Kapur
Maanvi Kapur is a visual artist who has practiced illustration professionally for more than a decade. Her work ranges from children’s books to editorials to murals, working with brands including New York Magazine, Netflix India, and BBC Media.
Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
“[A] well-told, thoughtfully constructed story with an important takeaway. Brimming with warmth, Kapur’s detailed illustrations combine with tender, alliterative text for a vital narrative about the need for representation for all mothers. . . . A gentle Mother’s Day tale with a message of inclusion.”—Kirkus Reviews