Book of the Month: That's Me Loving You

For February's Book of the Month, I chose That's Me Loving You by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. 

Summary: Amy Krouse Rosenthal captures parents' desire to be ever-present in this simple and touching poem offering reassurance of their love. Signs of affection can be found in the natural world around us--from a soft breeze to a shimmering star. ~From Goodreads.com

Age Range: 3 to 7

"That feeling you always have in your heart? That's me loving you."

What originally urged me to pick up this book was the sweet illustration on the cover of a mom sharing an embrace with her child, surrounded by beautiful nature. This is a simple picture book about the love between a parent and a child, with the message being that they will always be loved by their parents no matter how near or far they may be.

This book would work wonderfully for a Mother's Day storytime, Valentine's Day storytime, or a storytime about love. I also think this would be a great picture book to use for a younger child who may have lost their parent too soon. 

Amy Krouse Rosenthal sets out all what she was meaning to do, including writing a touching book that may tug at your heartstrings. I love how nature is used as a symbol of love.