Thank You, Mama

This is a review for the children’s book Thank You, Mama written by Linda Meeker. Illustrated by Sandra Eide who sent me a copy of this book in exchange for a spot in this year’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide and a review.

Don’t make the mistake of reading “Thank you, Mama! when you’re hungry like Charlie and I did. By the time you finish reading this book you will be starving from all the foods showcased inside the book including the Waffle on the front cover.

I liked the little boy on the cover with his smile and his pretty eyes. I love how throughout the book he always says thank you mama because all children and adults should use this as its common courtesy and good manners. This is the perfect Mother’s Day Gift for mom’s and a wonderful storybook for children. As well as a wonderful Teachers Appreciation Gift to give in May.

About:

TikTok and viral video star Grey (@greyandmama) says “Thank you, Mama!” to healthy foods in this picture book that teaches gratitude, manners, and the joy of sharing meals with those we love.

We all want to raise happy eaters who enjoy trying new foods, mealtimes with family, and being thankful. That’s why so many parents love Linda Meeker’s charming videos of her son Grey saying, “Thank you, Mama!” With colorful illustrations that capture a child’s daily snacks and mealtimes, Thank You, Mama will delight parents and kids alike as it follows a little boy exploring different foods—from vegetables to sushi—and trying to pick his favorite.

This playful picture book for 3- to 7-year-olds

• encourages children to try new foods and become happy, healthy eaters
• honors the bond between parent and child
• models respect, manners, and thankfulness
• builds vocabulary and prereading skills with colorful food illustrations paired with words for each item

This debut children’s book from TikTok and Instagram stars Grey and Mama (@greyandmama, 7M followers) is the perfect story for

• Parents and grandparents who want to instill good habits and gratitude from a young age
• Any family eager to celebrate the love of food and family that develops over shared meals
• Baby showers, birthdays, holiday gift giving, or to a little one scared to try new foods

This cheerful story about an adorable, curious, and kind child will have your kids saying “thank you”—and maybe even giving those peas a chance!

About Linda Meeker

Linda Meeker is a first-generation Vietnamese American author. Expressing gratitude was a value instilled in Linda as a child raised in a Vietnamese family, so she was delighted that the simple act of her toddler saying “thank you” received such a reaction on TikTok and Instagram (@greyandmama). Linda, her husband, and Grey live in Seattle, Washington.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates