Mother’s Day is a lovely excuse to slow down, catch your breath, snuggle up, and share a story together. Whether you’re celebrating mum, grandma, a step-parent, two mums, a chosen family, or a grown-up who’s been there with love and care, a book can be such a gentle and subtle way of saying thank you.
Below are five beautiful reads from our shelves that celebrate love in all its forms, spark kind conversations, and make for the sweetest shared storytime:
1) Heather Has Two Mummies
A warm, everyday story that normalises different family set-ups in the most natural way. It’s perfect for little ones because it’s simple, reassuring, and all about the things that matter most, being loved, feeling safe, and belonging.
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2) Peekaboo Love Sliders (Board Book)
A playful, interactive board book that’s perfect for little hands. The sliding mechanisms make storytime extra engaging for babies and toddlers—and it’s a sweet way to share giggles and cuddles.
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3) Love Block
A sweet, bite-sized board book that’s perfect for babies and toddlers. It’s simple, joyful, and made for cuddly re-reads, ideal if you want a Mother’s Day story that feels like a little hug.
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4) The Little Book of Love: 100 Ways to Say I Love You
A gorgeous little keepsake-style book filled with simple, heartfelt ways to say “I love you.” It’s a lovely one to dip into together—read a page a day, use it as a bedtime ritual, or gift it with a note inside the cover.
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5) Let’s Go Home, Baby Tiger
A gentle, comforting story that’s perfect for winding down together. With a cosy, reassuring tone, it’s a lovely pick for bedtime, especially for little ones who adore animal characters and familiar routines.
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Activities for a simple celebratory day
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Go for a swim & proper reset: Book a lane swim or a relaxed family swim, then give mum as much time possible after to shower, moisturise, and have a hot drink (with a snack) uninterrupted.
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A “no decisions” morning: Mum gets a lie-in (or quiet time in bed with a book). Everyone else handles breakfast, outfits, and the plan for the day.
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Nature walk with a café stop: A gentle walk somewhere green (or along the seafront), with a coffee and cake stop, fresh air and movement without it feeling like “exercise.”
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Home spa hour: Run a bath or set up a mini spa (face mask, foot soak, tidy bathroom, fresh towel). Bonus points: phone on silent, door closed.
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Creative hour (solo or together): A low-pressure craft session, make a simple photo collage, paint, or do a DIY bouquet. Mum gets to make something just for fun, not for a task.
Make it a Mother’s Day tradition
Simple tips to make the day feel even more special:
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Letting your child choose the book and the “reading spot” (sofa den, bed, or blanket fort, anything goes).
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Adding a tiny ritual: a warm drink for the grown-up, a snack plate, or a favourite cuddly toy to bring along.
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Writing a little note inside the cover (a date + a message) to turn the book into a keepsake that can be read for years to come and passed down.
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