Tearjerker Picture Books
June 8th, 2010 | Author: admin
Even if still in the womb, it’s never too early to start reading books to the baby. And when born, babies and toddlers love a good read before putting them to bed. Some of the favorite picture and board books are quite the tearjerkers for postpartum or weepy mothers:
1. Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney
A tale about a father and son hares. Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more.
Excerpt:
"I love you right up to the moon — and back."
2. Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
A tale of how a mother’s love for her son never ceases. The story ends with a role reversal as the grown man cares for his elderly mom.
Excerpt:
"I’ll love you forever
I’ll like you for always
As long as I’m living
My baby you’ll be."
3. Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
A tale about a mama rabbit who tells her bunny that wherever he hides, she will find him.
4. The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn
Chester Raccoon is nervous for his first day of school so his mama kisses his hand and tells him that he will feel her throughout the day. This tale of reassurance is one to which all parents can relate.
5. I Love You More by Laura Duksta
A mom and tot exchange reasons they love each other more and more. It’s full of truths that hit readers in the heart.
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My son also loves Guess How Much I Love You. He won’t go to sleep at night until I read this book to him.