Mama, Do You Love Me? (1991)

by Barbara M Joosse

Other authors: Barbara Lavelle (Illustrator)

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A child living in the Arctic learns that a mother's love is unconditional.

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Independent Reading Level: Grades K-2
Awards: Has not won major awards, it has been highly praised for its storytelling and illustrations.

camryn.michelle | Nov 6, 2024 |

Brings tears to my eyes every time I read it. The art is so warm and lovely, even in the small board book. And the text explores the theme perfectly. (

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Cheryl_in_CC_NV | Oct 18, 2024 |

-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 (

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Dhamilton8 | Jun 1, 2024 |

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. (

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mrsandersonreads23 | Apr 14, 2024 |

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

DanielSA | Jun 12, 2023 |

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Author name	Role	Type of author	Work?	Status
Barbara M Joosse	—	primary author	all editions	calculated
Lavelle, Barbara	Illustrator	secondary author	all editions	confirmed

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Golden Kite Award (Winner – Picture Book – 1992)

Nebraska Golden Sower Award (Nominee – Little Bluestem (Picture Book) – 1994)

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NCTE Kaleidoscope: A Multicultural Booklist for Grades K-8 (1st Edition – 1990-1992)

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For Father Jose Valdez, friend and guide on a remarkable journey. Thank you.
--Barbara M. Joosse

To the children of Alaska -
especially Chip and Mark.
--Barbara Lavallee

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