Official Review: Mama's Daycare by Ngozi Edema

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Re: Official Review: Mama's Daycare by Ngozi Edema

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I love the idea behind the book. Nene envisions her mother attending a Mama's Daycare where she will be pampered. However, I do not agree that this book was well-edited. I found numerous errors throughout the book.
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Such a simple but amazing story. I remembered my days of kindergarten. Nene and her mother are connected with every reader. Beginning reader's will surely enjoy this book. Thank you for your amazing review.
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The book is quite appropriate and I find the idea of Mama's daycare quite exciting. Congrats to the book of the day. I really would like to read this book.
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It's great that the illustrations are of such a high quality. That's not always the case with children's books.
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Post by Moushmi Radhanpara »

You did an excellent job with the review. I agree this is such a darling little illustrated story! I love that Nene is worried about her mother. It shows just how much sometimes kids care about their parents. Above all it gives a great message to kids and is a unique thought and I think I could easily rate the book 4 on 4 stars.
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This sounds like a fun spin on the first day of school topic. I’ll check it out. Great review!
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Post by Rajanis »

A girl who is ready to attend kindergarten, worriedly that her mother would be left alone at home. Sweet storyline but I'm not the target audience. Thanks for the review.
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This seems to be such a cute book! Original ideas and storyline with a lot of positivity. Thanks for the great review.
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Post by Vickie Noel »

Aww, what a cute concept! It's so endearing that little Nene has strong concerns about her mother's welfare such that she sends her to Mama's Daycare! Perhaps, Nene knows that she sometimes a handful, ha! I love the fact that the illustrations are also spot on. Will definitely check out this book, thanks for making it free, and congrats on BOTD.
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this book looks so interesting from the cover, I hope it tastes good while reading.
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Post by EvaDar »

This one sounds really sweet and fun. A clever way to explore a mother/daughter relationship. Day care for moms isn't a terrible idea. Thanks!
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It sounds like an endearing tale for sure, especially from the perspective of such a caring and inquisitive little girl. The bond between mother and child is priceless.
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I know that not only children would love "Mama's Daycare" by Ngozi Edema, but even mothers would also love it. Its colourful illustrations are a plus!
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Good illustrations are what draws kids near books. It looks like children would have fun reading it!
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Post by Chelsy Scherba »

What a cute story idea for a kid’s book! Nene is such a sweet character.
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