Are You My Mother?

by P.D. Eastman
Are You My Mother? cover
Good Books rating 4.58
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  • ID: 8749
  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2025-12-22
  • Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
  • Published: 1998-09-08
  • Reviews: 3

In this classic children's book, a newly hatched bird embarks on a journey to find its mother, encountering various animals along the way. Each encounter is filled with curiosity and wonder, making it a delightful read for both children and adults. /n/n The story is beautifully illustrated and told in a simple, engaging manner, making it an ideal choice for bedtime stories or early readers. It's a timeless tale that explores themes of love, family, and the bond between a parent and child.

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Tim Warnes Blog · 2021-06-18
nostalgic 4.75

This book is an enduring classic that has stood the test of time. It won the reviewer over with its simple yet profound story.

This reviewer has a deep appreciation for this timeless classic. They remember reading it as a child and now enjoy sharing it with their own family. The simple story and illustrations have a profound impact, making it a beloved book that transcends generations. They find it heart-warming and nostalgic, a true gem in children's literature.

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    An enduring classic that has stood the test of time.

    It won me over when I was little.

    A heart-warming and nostalgic read.

Grade One Derful · 2017-11-25
warm 4.50

This book is a true classic with charmingly simple illustrations and a heart-warming, funny story. It's a timeless piece that resonates with both children and adults.

This reviewer loves how this book stands the test of time. The illustrations are simple yet charming, and the story is both heart-warming and funny. They appreciate how it captures the essence of a child's curiosity and the bond between a parent and child. It's a book that brings joy and warmth, making it a favorite for many.

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    It's a true classic.

    The illustrations are charmingly simple and to the point.

    The story is heart-warming and funny.

Allison's Book Bag · 2014-09-09
charming 4.50

The story is both suspenseful and humorous, with delightfully expressive cartoon-style ink drawings. The theme personally connected with the reviewer.

This reviewer finds the story to be both suspenseful and humorous, with illustrations that are delightfully expressive. They personally connected with the theme, which adds a layer of emotional depth to the reading experience. The book's simplicity and charm make it a favorite, and they appreciate how it captures the essence of a child's curiosity and the bond between a parent and child.

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    The story is both suspenseful and humorous.

    The cartoon-style ink drawings are delightfully expressive.

    The theme is one which personally connected with me.

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