Mama's Love Language: Sometimes Love Tastes Like Hainan Chicken Rice

"Mama's Love Language" by Elisa Stad is an essential read for any parent looking to introduce their child to the rich tapestry of cultural diversity. Through the story of Jade, a young girl exploring her multicultural identity, this book offers a unique and powerful narrative on understanding and embracing our differences.What makes this book particularly impactful is its focus on Jade's age, a time when children are forming their sense of self. The book encourages young readers to reflect on their own identities, nurturing a sense of pride and belonging in their cultural heritage. It goes beyond typical Western-centric stories, providing a window into the diverse ways love and affection are shown in various cultures, particularly in Jade's Vietnamese background.For parents, this book is not only engaging for children but also serves as a tool for teaching about inclusivity and acceptance. Its rich narrative is perfect for developing young, impressionable minds to be open and respectful towards different cultural norms and practices. "Mama's Love Language" is a must-read for fostering an environment of understanding and diversity in the home, making it a valuable addition to any family's book collection.What makes this book a standout is its ability to engage children with its vibrant storytelling while subtly educating them about cultural diversity and the beauty of different forms of affection. It’s a rare gem that entertains and enlightens, making it a wonderful addition to any child’s library.For anyone looking to introduce young minds to the concepts of cultural understanding and appreciation, "Mama's Love Language" is an excellent choice. It's not just a story; it's a journey into understanding the richness of diverse cultures and the many shapes and forms love can take. Highly recommended for its captivating narrative and meaningful message.

An enchanting journey of self-discovery and embracing one's roots, Mama's Love Language beautifully captures the heartfelt narrative of a young girl navigating the complexities of her multicultural upbringing. Through vivid storytelling, readers are invited into a world where differences transform into sources of strength, as Jade learns to love and appreciate her heritage. Ultimately, the tale unfolds into a celebration of diversity, family bonds, and the universal journey towards self-acceptance. This book is a delightful read for children and families, fostering a love for one's uniqueness and the beauty found in embracing one's differences. My family enjoyed reading this book.

When I first opened this book I cried! :’-) I didn’t expect it to be written so deeply from the heart with tremendous empathy for both the child’s and the mother’s experiences. My daughter reads the words and takes in the illustrations at her age level but there is also a lot to read into for adults. Well done, highly recommended.

Mama’s Love Language is a beautifully illustrated picture book with the perfect combination of vibrant, engaging illustrations and an authentic story, told from a child’s point of view. Straddling two cultures, the main character, Jade, comes to realize that there is more than one way to experience the love of a parent. This book is written at just the right time to remind us all of the benefits of embracing cultures and traditions that are different than our own. As a fellow children’s book author, parent, and educator, I highly recommend this book.

I bought this book for my sons 5th birthday after someone recommended it to me. I love the message which I think everyone can relate to no matter your culture or background. It’s a gentle read and great for children as they learn and appreciate other cultures. Highly recommend.

This is such a beautiful story of arriving at self-acceptance. There’s so much packed in here: the immigrant story, different ways of the expression of love, the struggle of identity with all of the ups and downs and so much more. Coming to terms with who we are despite pressures of assimilation is such a tough issue for kids growing up in a multicultural home or environment but through that challenge they develop a greater more wholesome sense of self. Read on kindle unlimited and would highly recommend this book!

Mama’s Love Language is such a wonderful story of growing up in a multi cultural household. So much of this story resonates, and is told through bold illustration and the voice of a young child trying to find a sense of self. I loved reading and sharing this book with my children and having them react to the rich descriptions of the feelings and foods she experiences.There needs to be more stories like this, that help infuse cultural diversity into the minds of all families.

Through the lens of a bicultural household, the story explores the unique ways in which love is expressed. The mom expresses her love through acts of care such as cooking delicious meals and communicating the importance of studying. The father is equally endearing and expresses his love through verbal affirmations like "I love you". The jewel of this book is that love can be communicated in many ways and helps the child bridge two world views. The message of love and acceptance will resonate for children from various cultural backgrounds as well as an invaluable resource for parenting.

We don't have a TV in our house so reading books is how our 2 year-old twin boys learn stories about the world. Our house is filled with books and Mama's Love Language has quickly become a favorite with our boys who specifically request it when they sit down to drink their milk and hear a story.They quickly picked up on some of the central points in the book about Jade being sad and her mom showing love through the food she makes and insists that Jade eat (there are a lot of parallels in our household) though they're still a little too young to understand some of the things related to identity and trying to fit into a world when you're not the same as everyone else.I'd highly recommend this book as an addition to any toddler's library and looking forward to future books from this author about Jade growing up with her family.

Just wanted to say thank you to Elisa Stad for writing such a wonderful book. We have been searching for a children’s book that features a mixed heritage Chinese/ white British family and this comes pretty darn close. And it is wonderful the story includes the detail of the mother being a Vietnamese Chinese refugee because this is an important part of our family story too. My daughter loves the book! We highly recommend it.