Mommy's Hands
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2002 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Mommy's Hands

Written by Kathryn Lasky and Jane Kamine · Illustrated by Darcie La Brosse

Discover the magic in a mother's hands through a child's eyes.

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32 pages· 376 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Experience the world through the eyes of three children as they explore the wonders of their mother's hands. From drawing and baking to stargazing and gardening, these hands weave magic into everyday life. What secrets and joys do these hands hold? This heartwarming tale captures the bond between mother and child, inviting readers to cherish the simple, magical moments that shape our lives.

From the publisher

To a small child, a mother’s hands are almost magical. Mommy’s hands can draw and bake, comfort and cuddle, point out the stars in the night sky and plant a beautiful garden. This charming book, told from the point of view of three different young children, is sure to bring smiles of joy and recognition to both moms and their little ones.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
376
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD450L
Themes & topics
Books about fallBooks about winterBooks about momsBooks about springBooks about summer
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
60632
Publication
Published
March 18, 2002
First published
April 1, 2002
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780786802807

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