My Mom's the Best Mom

Kisses and Band-Aids, Smiles and Secrets Shared.

Stuart Hample has also compiled and illustrated Me and My Dad, and co-edited the million-copy bestseller, Children's Letters to God.

Kisses and Band-Aids, Smiles and Secrets Shared.
Stuart Hample has also compiled and illustrated Me and My Dad, and co-edited the million-copy bestseller, Children's Letters to God.

Children's Literature

This delightful book of quotes by children from ages 8 to 13 is a small gift that will brighten any mom's day. The light tone is demonstrated by the colorful, imaginative illustrations. The children's reflections, written in a childlike script, are organized within three themes, Perceptions & Pronouncements; Concerns, Misgivings & Cavils; and Certainties, Appreciations & Accolades. The book includes honest declarations, like "My mom's hair is really brown, but she paints it blond," by eight-year-old Daniella. They are accompanied by playful drawings, portraying the images that only children can create with their humorous choice of words. The tender statements like the one by eight-year-old Timothy will surely bring a smile: "My mom loves me as much as my dad does. But not so rough." It is clear that the author, Stuart Hample, continues to have his mom, who he states is "103 years young," close to his heart. Read and enjoy, Moms! 2000, Workman, Ages adult, $7.95. Reviewer: Kathleen Orosz

Stuart Hample is the co-editor of Children's Letters to God and other books. He lives in New York City.

Eric Marshall is a co-editor of the bestselling Children's Letters to God.