Celebrate Mother’s Day with these picture books that are all about Mum
Heartwarming children’s books to read on Mum’s special day.
This Mother’s Day, ignite your children’s love for reading with a special kids’ book centered around mums.
Starring beloved characters like Bluey and Peppa Pig, these heartwarming books will express your love and appreciation for Mum in a truly special way.
Not only is reading together a great way to bond, but it can also light the spark that turns kids into lifelong readers.
By choosing books in line with the Mother’s Day theme, you can grab kids’ attention by incorporating reading into your existing celebrations. Better yet, by choosing books with your kids’ favourite characters, you can guarantee they’ll be hooked from the very first page.
Scroll on for our suggested Mother’s Day reads, featuring beloved characters from Peter Rabbit to Bluey and beyond.
The best kids books about Mum
Bluey
Of course, the beloved Bluey is at the top of our list. These adorable Bluey books, inspired by the TV show, all centre around mums in one way or another.
Bluey: Wackadoo! and Other Best Mum Sayings, $10 (was $14.99) at Big W
Give the gift of Chilli’s best sayings this Mother’s Day! Celebrate the special bond between mum and kids with this lovely hardback book.
Bluey: What Would Bluey’s Mum Do?, $10 at Target
What would Bluey’s Mum do? Find out all the answers for real life with Chilli’s very own checklist. A gorgeous hardback book for kids of all ages.
Bluey: Baby Race, $13.09 at Amazon
A flashback to baby Bluey as she learns how to take her first steps alongside her friends. Find out if Mum’s support will help her win the baby race.
Bluey: Mum School, $12.98 at Amazon
Bluey wants to play Mum School instead of having her bath. But will the kids listen to her?
Bluey: My Mum Is The Best, $12.98 at Amazon
Find out Chilli’s special mum skills in this adorable book that is perfect to read on Mother’s Day.
Bluey: Queens, $10 at Amazon
Bluey and Bingo are playing Queens but they both want to be the butler. Who will have to wear the crown?
Peppa Pig
Join the adventures of Peppa and her little brother George and their parents, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig.
Peppa Pig: My Mummy is Amazing, $13.09 at Amazon
In this book, Peppa and her friends celebrate their mummies at playgroup, sharing all the reasons why their mummies are amazing.
Peter Rabbit
Looking for something a bit more classic? Look no further than Peter Rabbit. The cute, curious bunny returns in these sweet rhyming books about mums and grandmothers.
Peter Rabbit: I Love You Mummy, $8 at Target
The perfect way to tell Mummy ‘I love you’ on Mother’s Day – or on any day of the year.
Peter Rabbit: I Love You Grandma, $10.65 (was $12.99) at Amazon
This charming Peter Rabbit book celebrates wonderful Grandmas everywhere.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Another classic character who always intrigues young readers is The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Join the Hungry Caterpillar as he celebrates the many ways to tell mums and grandmas you care.
I Love Mum with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, $10 at Target
A book all about love and the many ways to tell your mum how much you adore her.
I Love Grandma with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, $11.85 (was $14.99) at Amazon
All about the special bond and the love that is shared between a child and their grandma.
Spot
For a fun read, you can always count on the loveable puppy, Spot.
Spot Loves His Mum, $8 at Target
Spot shares all the fun things he and his mum do together. From getting groceries to playing hide-and-seek, Spot learns the importance of spending time together.
