My Mama Needs Me
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1984 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

My Mama Needs Me

Written by Mildred Pitts Walter · Illustrated by Pat Cummings

A boy waits at home, hoping to be needed.

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32 pages· 919 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· 460L
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Bookroo's summary

Jason, feeling sidelined by his new baby sister's arrival, chooses to stay home, yearning for a moment when his mother or sister might need him. As he watches the dynamics of his family shift, Jason grapples with his place in this new world. Will he find the connection he seeks, or will he remain on the sidelines? Dive into Jason's journey of self-discovery and family bonds.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Award (1984)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
919
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
460L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
73895
Publication
Published
May 1, 1984
Publisher
William Morrow Co
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688016708
LCCN
82012654
OCLC
8589407

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