Monday, September 22, 2025

Wash Day with Mama by Monica Mikai. - ADVISABLE

Wash Day with Mama by Monica Mikai. PICTURE BOOK. Crown BYR (Random House), 2025. $19. 9780593810644

BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE

APPEALS TO: SEVERAL

A girl loves Sundays, because Sundays are wash days. Wash days means lots of time with Mama, special conditioner, oils, braids, and beads. Mama teaches her daughter that taking care of her hair, even if it takes a long time, is about self-love and connection.

This book is endearing and filled with meaningful mother-daughter connection. The mom is patient as she engages with her daughter during their special Sunday time.

The characters are Black

Rachel, elementary library specialist



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