Picture books · ages 0–6

Explore the series — the perfect gift for new mums and a Mother’s Day favourite

  • Loved by educators
  • Promotes family bonding through shared reading
  • Captivates young readers with vibrant illustrations

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The ‘This is Why I Love’ series displayed on a shelf

Looking for a heartfelt, meaningful gift for a new mum or a young family? Each book in the ‘This is Why I Love’ series is a gentle celebration of love, connection, and those precious early years — written to be read aloud, cherished, and remembered. These beautifully crafted stories create bonding moments that become treasured memories, helping children feel seen and loved, and helping mothers, dads and grandparents feel celebrated every step of the way. Recommended by educators and adored by children, this series is more than just bedtime reading — it’s a gift of love, laughter, and lasting connection.

The books

Cover of This is Why I Love My Mum

This is Why I Love My Mum

A gentle celebration of the everyday moments between a mother and her child — swimming, cuddles, and the little rituals that say ‘I love you’ without words.

Also published as ‘This is Why I Love My Mom’ (US English edition).

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This is Why I Love My Dad

Playful adventures, big hugs and quiet moments — a warm-hearted look at why dads are the best.

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This is Why I Love My Dog

Meet Buzz Pawldrin: puddle-splasher, bath-time escape artist, and very much family — not a pet.

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This is Why I Love Grandad

Stories, patience and a lap that always has room — a tribute to grandads everywhere.

Also published as ‘This is Why I Love Granddad’ (US English edition).

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This is Why I Love Grandma

Kitchen-table wisdom, garden adventures and the softest hugs — why grandmas are simply the best.

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A mother reading to her child in bed

Made for reading aloud

Each story is written to be read together — short enough for bedtime, warm enough to ask for again tomorrow. Bright, gentle illustrations give little ones plenty to point at, and the repeating ‘this is why I love…’ refrain quickly becomes something they say back to you.

Why shared reading matters (raisingchildren.net.au) →

From the families reading them

“The perfect first book for our baby — gentle, joyful, and full of love. It’s more than a story, it’s a keepsake.”

Emily
New mum

“These books feel like hugs in paperback. Our kids love them, we read at least one every night!”

Sarah J
Mum of two

“Bought it as a Mother’s Day gift and ended up buying the whole series. It’s become our bedtime ritual.”

Jake R
Proud dad

“Beautifully written and emotionally rich, a must-have for any parent wanting to nurture connection from day one.”

Fiona L
Early childhood educator