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Are You My Mother ? Hardcover – Picture Book, June 12, 1960
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A baby bird goes in search of his mother in this hilarious Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss. When a mother bird's egg starts to jump, she hurries off to make sure she has something for her little one to eat. But as soon as she's gone, out pops the baby bird. He immediately sets off to find his mother, but not knowing what she looks like makes it a challenge. The little hatchling is determined to find his mother, even after meeting a kitten, a hen, a dog, and a Snort. The timeless message of the bond between mother and child make P. D. Eastman's Are You My Mother? a treasured classic.
Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.
- Print length72 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelPreschool - 2
- Lexile measure240L
- Dimensions6.75 x 0.4 x 9.31 inches
- PublisherRandom House Books for Young Readers
- Publication dateJune 12, 1960
- ISBN-100394800184
- ISBN-13978-0394800189
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- Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers; First Edition (June 12, 1960)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 72 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0394800184
- ISBN-13 : 978-0394800189
- Reading age : 1 - 4 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : 240L
- Grade level : Preschool - 2
- Item Weight : 8.8 ounces
- Dimensions : 6.75 x 0.4 x 9.31 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2 in Children's Bird Books (Books)
- #3 in Children's Beginner Readers
- #15 in Children's Classics
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Philip Dey "Phil" Eastman (November 25, 1909 – January 7, 1986) was an American screenwriter, children's author, and illustrator. As an author, he is known primarily as P. D. Eastman.
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Customers love this children's book as a family favorite and great baby shower gift, with clear illustrations and perfect size for little hands. The book is simple for new readers and helps teach about the mother-child relationship, while bringing back childhood memories. Customers find it good value for money, with one customer noting it provides sight word practice.
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Customers love this children's book, particularly noting it as a favorite from their childhood and a great item for all kids. One customer mentions it's a fun story about a baby bird.
"...Durable and engaging, it’s a must-have for any toddler’s bookshelf." Read more
"This was my favorite childhood book! Easy to read for a new learner...." Read more
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"...This book is a fun, quick read and would make an ideal book for kids who've learned how to read a little since there aren't many lines on each page,..." Read more
Customers find the book makes a great baby shower gift and family favorite, with one customer noting it's perfect for sharing with their own child.
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"This is for a birthday gift and I think she will love it too" Read more
"Came fast, good quality, made great gift" Read more
"...P. D. Eastman had a wonderful gift for grabbing the attention of very young children with both story-line and illustrations, while simultaneously..." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's language learning features, as it provides sight word practice and teaches about the mother-child relationship, with one customer noting it helps children find similarities and differences.
"...The repetitive phrasing is great for early readers, and the message of love and belonging is perfect for young children...." Read more
"...The illustrations are cute and she loves to point to the various animals. If I had to give it a critique, the book could use more color...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025A timeless classic that still melts hearts — this story about a baby bird searching for his mother is both adorable and gently suspenseful. The repetitive phrasing is great for early readers, and the message of love and belonging is perfect for young children. Durable and engaging, it’s a must-have for any toddler’s bookshelf.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025This was my favorite childhood book! Easy to read for a new learner. I bought this for my baby niece so it would encourage and help her learn to read.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025One of my favorite books of all time. Kids always love it.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2025Great as a shower gift.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025I really enjoyed this book when I was little. It was one of my favorites. I decided to get it for my own little one, and they really like it too! It's a cute little story.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2025One of my daughter’s favorite books. I was just gifted with a beautiful grandchild and this is one of the first books I purchased. Such a sweet story.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025Thank you
- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025I loved this book when I was young, and I bought it for the little girl I babysit (3 years old). It's got suspense for a child, and what child can't relate to being lost and missing their mommy? Also, it's fun for a child to know that they know more than the baby bird.
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- AnnieGReviewed in Germany on January 28, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Great children's book
Lovely book for young readers
- DanielReviewed in Brazil on April 10, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Best seller!!! ;)
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MONICA LAGUNES LOPEZReviewed in Mexico on June 17, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen libro para Niños que apenas empiezan a leer en inglés
Buen libro para niños pequeños q empiezan a leer en inglés
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CarolReviewed in Spain on May 28, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Pequeño y práctico
La entrega de paquetes a estado muy bien.
El libro de tamaño es bastante práctico para llevar a cualquier parte, es un libro para que los niños diferencie a los tipos de animales con sus crías.
Los niños le encanta y siempre dicen Are you my mother?
Lo único que necesita mejorar en los bordes del libro, todo es plastificado menos los bordes.
CarolPequeño y práctico
Reviewed in Spain on May 28, 2020
El libro de tamaño es bastante práctico para llevar a cualquier parte, es un libro para que los niños diferencie a los tipos de animales con sus crías.
Los niños le encanta y siempre dicen Are you my mother?
Lo único que necesita mejorar en los bordes del libro, todo es plastificado menos los bordes.
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- abhineet kapilReviewed in India on March 1, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and engaging
Story is simple and engaging. Limited text and beautiful pics to engage kids. My kids are 3 years old And they like it.