0-3 Babies / Toddlers
Mommy, is that you?
One blowy day, a gust of wind picks up Mrs. Duck’s nest and sets it down–plonk!– far away. The four eggs inside hatch into four curious ducklings, eager to find their mother. Their adventure leads the ducklings to meet a series of new animals, and readers ages three to six are encouraged to compare and contrast the ducklings to adult animals as they ask each one, “Are you our mommy?”
This classic animal story is brought to life with the luminous artwork of Atsuko Morozumi, the illustrator of “One Gorilla” which was an ABA “Pick of the List” and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book. Morozumi’s warm, natural use of color invites participation, and in every illustration the unique personality of each animal shines through—from the quizzical ducklings to the grumpy tortoise, the funny fish, and the motherly hen. Suspense builds on each page of MOMMY, IS THAT YOU? as the ducklings meet a parade of unfamiliar faces, but Morozumi’s joyful colors and playful text lead readers to a satisfying resolution. The ducklings are reunited with their mother who takes them home to their nest--this time tied down with a great big rope!
About the Author
Atsuko Morozumi is the illustrator of One Gorilla, an American Bookseller’s Association Pick of the List and a New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book. She has illustrated many acclaimed children’s books including The Reindeer Christmas.