Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Mama Won't Mind by Kathleen Bahr and Ramona Kaulitzki - ESSENTIAL

Mama Won't Mind by Kathleen Bahr, illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki. PICTURE BOOK. Random House Children's Books, 2026. $20. 9798217024728

BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL

APPEALS TO: MANY

A young raccoon named Henry picks a sunflower for his mother’s birthday, but along the way, he keeps sharing pieces of it with others, believing, “Mama won’t mind.” In the end, he is left with nothing to give his Mama for her birthday.  Using his imagination and creativity, Henry ends up creating a stunning, on-of-a-king gift that his Mama absolutely adores! 

The story is simple yet touching.  The illustrations are bright, bold and inviting.  The story is easy to understand, making it a great read for young children, especially ages 3–7. The illustrations (by Ramona Kaulitzki) also add warmth and charm, helping bring the story to life. This would be a perfect gift for Mother’s Day. 

S. Lewis



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