The Best Working Moms Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

The Year of Billy Miller

By Kevin Henkes · Book #1 in the Billy Miller series

A young boy navigates the challenges of second grade while dealing with family dynamics and his own self-doubt.

Newbery Honor (2014)The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2014)

240 pages· 21,830 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 9,073 ratings

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Summary: Billy Miller starts second grade with a bump on his head and a world of challenges. As he tackles school projects, sibling squabbles, and family dynamics, Billy learns valuable lessons about responsibility and love. Will he manage to balance it all and grow up just a little bit more? Dive into this heartwarming tale of childhood adventures and family bonds.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2024

The Hotel Balzaar

By Kate DiCamillo, Júlia Sardà (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the The Norendy Tales series

A girl seeks her missing father in a hotel where a countess's tales may hold the key.

160 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,057 ratings

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Summary: In the enchanting Hotel Balzaar, young Marta roams quietly while her mother works, dreaming of her missing soldier father. When a mysterious countess arrives, promising seven tales, Marta wonders if these stories hold the secret to her father's disappearance. As each tale unfolds, Marta is drawn deeper into a world where every moment is a story, and the truth may be hidden in the countess's words. Will Marta uncover the mystery and find her father, or will the stories lead her elsewhere?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

Cody and the Fountain of Happiness

By Tricia Springstubb, Eliza Wheeler (Illustrator) · Cody series

Cody's summer begins with a runaway cat and a new friend. Can she find happiness amidst family chaos?

160 pages· 14,768 words· Est. 2 hour read

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 304 ratings

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Summary: Cody's summer vacation starts with high hopes, but her plans are dashed when camp is canceled and her family is preoccupied. Her brother is heartbroken, her mom is stressed, and her dad is away. Just when things seem bleak, Cody meets Spencer, a boy searching for a missing cat. Together, they embark on a quest that might just lead Cody to unexpected joy. Will this new friendship and adventure be the key to her perfect summer?

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

Great Job, Mom!

By Holman Wang · Great Job! series

Mom juggles eleven roles, from general to archaeologist, in this playful family tale.

32 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 134 ratings

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Summary: Explore the whimsical world of a mom who wears many hats. From rallying her unruly kids like a general to uncovering hidden socks as an archaeologist, her day is full of surprises. After her carpentry job, she returns home to a new adventure each day. This charming picture book, with its unique needle-felted illustrations, captures the humor and warmth of family life. What role will she take on next?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1979

Ramona and Her Mother

By Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers (Illustrator) · Ramona Quimby series

A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up and family dynamics.

224 pages· 23,718 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 28,153 ratings

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Summary: Ramona Quimby, seven and a half, faces the ups and downs of family life and school troubles. As her parents argue and her sister Beezus gets a new look, Ramona wonders if she's truly loved. With a twitching nose and a longing for independence, she embarks on a journey to discover the truth about growing up and her place in the family. Will she find the reassurance she seeks, or will her fears prove true? Join Ramona in this heartwarming tale of love, laughter, and the trials of childhood.

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Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2018

Love, Mama

By Jeanette Bradley

A young penguin learns the enduring reach of a mother's love.

32 pages

4.0/5 Goodreads · 569 ratings

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Summary: Young penguin Kipling misses his Mama, who has left on a journey. Despite the comfort of Pillow Mama and Snow Mama, nothing compares to the real thing. A special delivery from Mama reassures Kipling of her love, stretching across the ocean and sky. Will Kipling find solace in her words until she returns? Discover the warmth of a mother's love that transcends distance in this tender tale.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

Always with You, Always with Me

By Kelly Rowland, Jessica McKay, Fanny Liem (Illustrator)

A working mom and child find comfort in shared words during daily separations.

40 pages

3.9/5 Goodreads · 196 ratings

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Summary: A mother prepares for work, crafting a world of love for her child. As they face daily separations, they share a mantra: 'Always with you, always with me.' This touching story offers reassurance and celebrates the bond between working moms and their children, honoring the love and dedication that transcends time apart. How do simple words bridge the distance between them?

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Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2020

In My Heart

By Mackenzie Porter, Jenny Løvlie (Illustrator)

A mother reassures her child that love bridges their daily separation.

26 pages

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 176 ratings

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Summary: Every morning, a mother whispers a promise to her child: though work takes her away, love keeps them close. This tender board book follows her day, revealing how her heart remains with her little one. Can love truly bridge the distance? Discover the comforting bond that transcends time apart, capturing the essence of a working mom's devotion.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

Mama's Work Shoes

By Caron Levis, Vanessa Brantley-Newton (Illustrator)

A toddler grapples with her mother's return to work, marked by mysterious new shoes.

40 pages

4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 122 ratings

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Summary: Perry adores the sounds of her mother's shoes, each pair tied to cherished activities. But when Mama dons the unfamiliar click-clack shoes, Perry's world shifts. These shoes take Mama away, leaving Perry at Nan's house, sparking confusion and upset. Determined to keep Mama close, Perry hides all the shoes. Can Mama's promise that the click-clack shoes will always bring her back soothe Perry's heart? Discover how a toddler navigates this emotional milestone with humor and warmth.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Everybody's Somewhere

By Cornelia Maude Spelman

Where do people go when you can't see them? Discover the answer in this playful exploration of presence and connection.

32 pages

3.6/5 Goodreads · 105 ratings

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Summary: In a world full of unseen people, where do they all go? This delightful children's book invites young readers to imagine the lives of others, from family to strangers, in distant places. Through playful rhymes and vibrant illustrations, children are encouraged to expand their perspective and understand that everyone is somewhere, doing something, even if they can't see them. It's a comforting journey that reassures kids of their place in a vast, interconnected world, sparking curiosity and imagination about the lives of others.

The Best Working Moms Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Working Moms

The Year of Billy Miller

The Hotel Balzaar

Cody and the Fountain of Happiness

Great Job, Mom!

Ramona and Her Mother

Love, Mama

Always with You, Always with Me

In My Heart

Mama's Work Shoes

Everybody's Somewhere

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