Are You My Mother?

Are You My Mother?

CLASSIC BEGINNER BOOK • BY P.D. EASTMAN

Edited by the legendary Dr. Seuss, Are You My Mother? is a heartwarming, hilarious, and universally beloved classic in the Beginner Books series.

When a mother bird's egg begins to hatch, she flies off to find food for her little one, missing the exact moment her baby pops out of the shell. Determined and undeterred, the newborn hatchling immediately sets off to find his mother. Without any idea of what she actually looks like, he enthusiastically approaches a kitten, a hen, a dog, and even a massive mechanical "Snort," asking the famous question on every page. Featuring P.D. Eastman’s signature charming illustrations and gentle humor, this timeless tale celebrates the unbreakable bond between parent and child.

"The little hatchling is determined to find his mother, even after meeting a kitten, a hen, a dog, and a Snort."

Core Narrative & Theme Highlights:

• The Ultimate Quest: A sweet, suspenseful journey of discovery as a newborn hatchling searches far and wide for his missing mother.

• Hilarious Misidentifications: Engaging encounters with various animals and machinery that lead to comical back-and-forth interactions.

• The Power of Persistence: Highlights the little bird's unwavering determination and courage in the face of repeated dead ends.

Key Book Features at a Glance:

Perfect For:

• Beginning Readers (Ages 3–7): Preschoolers and early elementary students building reading confidence with simple vocabulary and picture clues.

• Bedtime & Storytime: A warm, comforting read-aloud that children ask to hear over and over again.

• Fans of P.D. Eastman & Dr. Seuss: Collectors and young readers building a foundational library of mid-century children's classics.