Your Mama, written in the style of a "your mama" joke, is a dynamic picture book affirmation of love, adoration and acknowledgement for mothers as both caretakers and individuals.
NoNieqa Ramos (Hair Story; The Truth Is) uses lyrical English text dusted with Spanish words (hermanos, almuerzo) that brings to life their Latinx culture and the multifaceted nature of motherhood. The ups and downs are captured through various experiences, good and bad: emergency room trips, sharing knowledge and mother and child enjoying each other's company on road trips, at dinner and playing dress up. Illustrator of The Field and Freedom Soup Jacqueline Alcántara's vibrant, tattoo-inspired illustrations boldly complement Ramos's text. The collaboration is an energetic display of admiration for the hard work, love and dedication of mothers. --Kharissa Kenner, children's librarian, Bank Street School for Children