-Repetitive Picture Book Unconditional Love, Cultural Heritage
-Joosse, Barbara M. Mama, Do You Love Me? Illus by Barabara Lavallee. Chronicle Books, 1991, Unp, Primary

-Readers will follow a young girl who is in a traditional Alaskan community and seeks reassurance of her mother's love by asking several silly questions about bad behavior. The story beautifully portrays the deep bond between mother and child using simple, repetitive text and warm watercolor illustrations to convey a message of unconditional love and security.

-Keywords: Raven, Whale, Spout, Umiak, Puffin, Ptarmigan, Mukluk, Parka, Lemmings, Ermine ( )

If you want a book that will tug at your heartstrings, this is the one.

Not recommended for Moms who read books to their sweet three year olds before bed time. You might not make it through this one. ( )

Description: A young Inuit girl tests her mother's unconditional love through various scenarios, reassuringly learning that her mother will always love her.
Age Group: 2-5 years

This is a story of a child testing the limits of her independence and if her parent will love her forever no matter what. The story takes place in the Arctic. The little girl asks her questions about things she could possibly do and if she will still love her. The child eventually learns that a parent's love is everlasting. This book has very vibrant illustrations. It is a multicultural book that everyone will love. ( )

The kids really enjoyed this one, especially since I got into the two characters and acted their parts out. ( )