These Words I Shaped for You

Written by Megan Merchant · Illustrated by Basak Agaoglu

A poetic celebration of the unbreakable bond between mother and child.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.3/5 Goodreads · 62 ratings

30 pages· 198 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· ~420L

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Bookroo's summary

Experience the profound connection between a mother and her child, captured in tender, poetic language. From the first heartbeat to the gentle touch of a tiny hand, this story beautifully illustrates the purest form of love. With charming illustrations, it’s a heartfelt tribute to the enduring bond that transcends time and occasion. Perfect for sharing on special days or any day, this book is a reminder of the love that shapes our lives.

"Before you were born, you fit into the round fullness of my belly and when I dreamed, I sent you words like 'love' to keep you safe."

— from the book

From the publisher

A loving, lyrical ode to the bond shared between mother and child in the tradition of You Are My I Love You and On the Night You Were Born. Before you were born, you fit into the round fullness of my belly and when I dreamt I sent words like love to keep you safe. And when I first touched your tiny hand to mine, I drew a heart inside your palm for you to hold. There is no love more beautiful, more pure, than the deep-rooted love shared between parent and child. Told with vivid, poetic language, and accompanied by Basak Agaoglu’s adorable, child-friendly art, Megan Merchant infuses genuine warmth and compassion in this celebration of a mother’s heartfelt affection for her child. Whether it’s Mother’s day, Valentine’s Day, graduation, or just an ordinary day, this is the perfect book to share with the people in our lives we cherish most.

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