{"product_id":"mamas-and-babies-hardcover","title":"Mamas and Babies - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChristie Matheson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eChristie Matheson\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA collection of nonfiction anecdotes about the love between animal mothers and their babies.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThirteen pairs of animal mothers and their babies are presented in this loving nonfiction picture book. From polar bears to alligators to orangutans, this unexpected and deeply tender book reflects the fierce love and natural connection between a mother and her baby. Each animal mother shows a uniquely protective characteristic, providing a snapshot of motherhood and childhood in nature that invites personal connection and reflection. The watercolor portraits mirror the soft text and bring the affection and love to life, further connecting us to our fellow animals. This is the perfect lap-time, bedtime, or snuggle-time read-aloud for mother and child.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristie Matheson \u003c\/b\u003eis the author of several award-winning picture books, including \u003ci\u003eTap the Magic Tree\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTouch the Brightest Star\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePlant the Tiny Seed\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Hidden Rainbow\u003c\/i\u003e. Her books have been translated into 18 languages. Her first middle-grade novel, \u003ci\u003eShelter\u003c\/i\u003e, was released in\u003cbr\u003eOctober 2021. Christie lives in San Francisco with her family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 10.2 x 10.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 20, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51752600994080,"sku":"9780593659281","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/9b38ea2d1cd248e8532545c3746f7946.webp?v=1779999708","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/mamas-and-babies-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}