Maxine wants a new mom, so she interviews other mothers to see if they would be a better fit.

A daughter lovingly describes her mother's khimar and how it makes her feel.

When Doc catches the flu, the toys are surprised to learn that doctors get sick too. Luckily, Doc's mom is a doctor too and helps her feel so much better.

Shows a mother and daughter that stick by each other's side.

This lovely story was inspired by the Gambian tradition of giving a child a thread when the parent is away. The story starts with the thread that attaches a mother and child at birth and stretches and unwinds as the child grows.

Between the scalp massage and compliments from dad - Tina Olajide makes wash day look so fun. Not yet available at the Boston Public Library

Bea, a lion enthusiast who doesn't like sand, has the most amazing day with a sand lion.