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A Card for My Mum

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Book Synopsis

It is Mother’s Day tomorrow and the shops are sparkling with lights and gifts, with people, laughter and excitement – looking for the perfect gift to bring a smile of joy to mums at home.

Among the candles and balloons, the orchids and chocolate hearts, one young girl searches for a card that features a mum who looks like hers. Her mum has gold bangles that jingle-jangle when she washes the curry pots. Her mum wears silk kameez when she buys papaya at the market. Her mum has dark eyes that flash when she dances the bhangra. What will the little girl do if she can’t find a card with a mum who looks like hers?A lively, inclusive picture book about identity and belonging that joyfully celebrates mums and motherhood.

Our Review Panel says...

This colourful, beautifully illustrated picture book delivers a deeply thoughtful and essential message to its young readers. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, the high street shops are overflowing with gifts. However, the young girl at the heart of this story only has enough pocket money for a card – subtly teaching children that it isn’t about how much you spend, but the love and thought that counts.

When she begins her search, she gives it a great deal of consideration. She reflects on what her mum looks like and the unique things she does that reflect their rich cultural heritage. Heartbreakingly, she cannot find a single card that mirrors her own mother.

Beyond celebrating the beautiful, enduring bond between a mother and daughter, this poignant story raises vital questions about belonging, inclusion and representation in arts and society – every child deserves to see their family reflected on the shelves. This is a heartwarming, culturally rich book which will could also spark meaningful conversations about diversity and love.