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I will recommend "When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too!" to family and friends.
"When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too! uses humor and optimism to infuse this upbeat, rhyming exploration of how an extended family can cooperate and work together to bring positive and healing results to a sick mom. As a mom who has lived through a similar experience, I know how important it is to engage all family members in a productive way and let the fun and love chase away the mystery and fear of illness.
This book provides real examples of how children might provide enjoyable and helpful moments as they make funny videos and throw a dance party with Motown tunes, or work with
Dad to make their favorite dinner dish. Because, ultimately, if it “helps Mom feel great,
then we do, too!”
Growing up, I don't recall my mother being sick very often. However, when she was under the weather, the entire house jumped on board to help out. I learned to appreciate everything my mom did in and out of the house at a young age. As a parent, I do my best not to get ill. When it happens, I have an excellent support team who do their best to make me feel better.
My husband reminds the kids to use their library voice while indoors. They make sure I always have a drink nearby. My youngest also brings me a stuffed toy that is supposed to "chase the sick germs away."
When someone, anyone, in your home is feeling under the weather, band together like the family did in When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too! by Phyllis Schwartz. Sometimes laughter is the best medicine!
At the story's start, Phyllis Schwartz mentions the dad helping the kiddos make mom's favorite dish, wieners and asparagus. Be prepared for your child to giggle when they hear "wieners." Mine did.
My kiddos are not a fan of asparagus or hot dogs, but if your kids are, I have great news for you—the author included the recipe for mom's favorite dish. They even included suggested sides: rice and corn (kernel or on the cob). FYI: It "serves 2 adults and multiple kids."
When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too! by Phyllis Schwartz was a charming story. It did have some words that will need exploring, depending on your audience's age: Motown music. Also, I'm no fashionista, so "Frida Kahlo" went right over my head.
Siski Kalla did a lovely job on the illustrations. They were all very nice.
I will recommend When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too! to family and friends.
Recommended reading age is 4-10.
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Synopsis
"When Mom Feels Great, Then We Do Too! uses humor and optimism to infuse this upbeat, rhyming exploration of how an extended family can cooperate and work together to bring positive and healing results to a sick mom. As a mom who has lived through a similar experience, I know how important it is to engage all family members in a productive way and let the fun and love chase away the mystery and fear of illness.
This book provides real examples of how children might provide enjoyable and helpful moments as they make funny videos and throw a dance party with Motown tunes, or work with
Dad to make their favorite dinner dish. Because, ultimately, if it “helps Mom feel great,
then we do, too!”
About the author
Phyllis Schwartz is a married mother of two, who, after a highly successful career in the TV news business finally has the time to indulge in and focus on her “civilian” writing. Despite battling 3 different types of cancer in as many decades she is still filled with energy, joy, and optimism. view profile
Published on September 23, 2022
Published by Acorn
0-1000 words
Worked with a Reedsy professional 🏆
Genre: Children's
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