Picture books about single mums

Two People Can A story of hope and love

Mums are amazing - kind, imaginative and super-fun.

Here's a selection of fantastic picture books that feature a mother and child having adventures together. There is no dad depicted in these titles. Perfect for sharing with little ones.

Books featuring single mums for older children

  • Mummy and Me

    Author: Lydia Bright Illustrator: Jojo Clinch

    Interest level: 4-5

    Reading age: 2-3

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  • Mummy and Me

    Author: Lydia Bright Illustrator: Jojo Clinch

    Interest level: 4-5

    Reading age: 2-3

    Etta and Mummy Elephant are a Terrific Team of Two, enjoying adventures together. A charming picture book that celebrates imaginat…

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  • Two People Can

    Author: Blessing Musariri Illustrator: Maisie Paradise Shearring

    Interest level: 3-6

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  • Two People Can

    Author: Blessing Musariri Illustrator: Maisie Paradise Shearring

    Interest level: 3-6

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    Now that Dad is gone, Shingai is really missing him. He acts out for a while until he realises that Mum and he still have each oth…

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  • Flower Block

    Author: Lanisha Butterfield Illustrator: Hoang Giang

    Interest level: 4-5

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  • Flower Block

    Author: Lanisha Butterfield Illustrator: Hoang Giang

    Interest level: 4-5

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    Theo’s sunflower has grown right through the tower block! A delightful celebration of nature and community.  

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  • It’s a No-Money Day

    Author: Kate Milner

    Interest level: 4-8

    Reading age: 5+

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  • It’s a No-Money Day

    Author: Kate Milner

    Interest level: 4-8

    Reading age: 5+

    This moving picture book about a family’s visit to the food bank is a sensitive exploration of how it may feel to live below the p…

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  • A Dragon Called Spark

    Author: Lily Murray Illustrator: Kirsti Beautyman

    Interest level: 4-5

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  • A Dragon Called Spark

    Author: Lily Murray Illustrator: Kirsti Beautyman

    Interest level: 4-5

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    Eva has moved house and she doesn’t know anyone. Luckily, she has her own dragon, Spark, who usually cheers her up, but even he f…

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  • April’s Garden

    Author: Isla McGuckin Illustrator: Catalina Echeverri

    Interest level: 6-8

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  • April’s Garden

    Author: Isla McGuckin Illustrator: Catalina Echeverri

    Interest level: 6-8

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    This stunning story about a mother and child starting again is very touching, and could possibly represent the experiences of moth…

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  • My Must-Have Mum

    Author: Maudie Smith Illustrator: Jen Khatun

    Interest level: 4-6

    Reading age: 6+

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  • My Must-Have Mum

    Author: Maudie Smith Illustrator: Jen Khatun

    Interest level: 4-6

    Reading age: 6+

    There is so much to enjoy in this charming, inclusive picture book, which beautifully celebrates diversity, acceptance and uncondi…

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  • Speak Up!

    Author: Nathan Byron Illustrator: Dapo Adeola

    Interest level: 6-8

    Reading age: 7+

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  • Speak Up!

    Author: Nathan Byron Illustrator: Dapo Adeola

    Interest level: 6-8

    Reading age: 7+

    Rocket loves visiting her local library every week, but on one visit, she discovers it will be closing. It’s time to speak up and …

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  • Time for Us

    Author: Rebecca Walker Illustrator: María Díaz Perera

    Interest level: 8+

    Reading age: 5-7

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  • Time for Us

    Author: Rebecca Walker Illustrator: María Díaz Perera

    Interest level: 8+

    Reading age: 5-7

    Jackson wants nothing more than to play with Mama, but she’s busy working in her office. Soon they will have their special time to…

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  • Strong Like Me

    Author: Kelechi Okafor Illustrator: Michaela Dias-Hayes

    Interest level: 4-5

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  • Strong Like Me

    Author: Kelechi Okafor Illustrator: Michaela Dias-Hayes

    Interest level: 4-5

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    Kamara is strong and fast. But negative words from her friends make her doubt herself. Can she find a way to celebrate her strengt…

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  • Worry Boots

    Author: Lisa Thompson Illustrator: Aysha Awwad

    Interest level: 3-6

    Reading age: 7+

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  • Worry Boots

    Author: Lisa Thompson Illustrator: Aysha Awwad

    Interest level: 3-6

    Reading age: 7+

    Connie is donning her new red boots for her first day of school. On the way to school, Connie notices something strange inside her…

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