Everything

Emma Dodd's Love You Books

by Emma Dodd

What does a mother love most about her baby? Everything.Parents love each and every thing about their child, as demonstrated by the charming mother and baby koala in Emma Dodd’s Everything. Featuring heartwarming illustrations embellished with foil, this cozy bedtime read is a handsome addition to any nursery bookshelf.

Genres: Picture Books, Family, Animals, Love, Storytime, Childrens, Fantasy

24 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

Emma Dodd Author/Illustrator

Emma was brought up in Guildford, Surrey, in a family of artists and from as far back as she can remember she has wanted to be an illustrator.
Emma studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central Saint Martin's School of Art and has worked extensively in advertising, editorial and book illustration.
She was nominated for the Booktrust Early Years Award in 2006 for her book "What Pet to Get" and in 2009 for "Miaow said the Cow"
Emma lives in Surrey with her husband and two children, who provide inspiration for her work, and their Jack Russel Terrier, Bart, who keeps her fit. She likes to spend any spare time in North Cornwall, surfing and walking in all weathers.

Reviews

[Archit · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved Emma Dodd's series about family, specially mother and son ones.

"What does a mother love about her baby? Everything!"

[Therese Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet❤️

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

A story from a parent to a child telling them all the things they love about the child

[Mafaz Ali · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rhyming lines in this book help a little koala find out what its mother loves best about her baby. As she names various body parts and actions, even some that aren't necessarily endearing, readers will realize that she loves everything about that little one. The digital illustrations, bedecked with gold, support the warm message of acceptance and love expressed in the book, making it ideal for sharing when someone is feeling a little down and needs some shoring up. Reading this one with a youngster should surely boost his/her self-esteem and possibly provide a quick refresher course in why a parent might love a child

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a mystery story, this book might lack in suspense. But if you want something mushy and sweet and cuddly, you're the intended audience for "Everything."

Why would a picture book for kids 2-5 be a mystery anyway? Because it begins with this rhyming couplet:

Which part of you do I love best?
I'm going to try a little test....

Now, what was the title of this book again? Hmmmmm.

UNABASHEDLY SENTIMENTAL

I can see how some parents might weep while they read this to their child, because Emma is giving them words for how they feel.

* Not merely words but RHYMING words.
* Plus the book is

[Jean Doolittle · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a simple, charming, adorable book. The illustrations with the touches of gold are delightful and the story is just right to share some love with a little one! Mother koala and her baby are a perfect pair!

[Shannon Goodrich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Six year old says: It tells you what your favorite feelings I guess and your mother or dad are trying to find out what is the best. The gold texture on the pages is really shiny and it feels good when you touch it. The Koalas are pretty cool.

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book about love between a parent and child. Although the description of the book indicates a mother, no pronouns are used for the parent or baby making it a great book for any family. The koala drawings were cute and colourful.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sweet book about loving everything about your child.

[Sam · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have feels.

[Tracy Schillemore · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is really sweet! It would be a lovely book to read to your child or grandchild. Totally inappropriate for storytime however.

[Meghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this author, the illustrations are amazing!

[mairead! · Rating 4 out of 5]

Extra star because A snuggles me on the cuddle page and tries to jump on me like a koala throughout the day now.

[BreAnna (Bre'sBooks) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautifully put together and sweet.

[Jenna Mills · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awwwww just as expected

[Frances Coe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really cute. Possibly a book more for home

[Goshen PL Childrens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read at Storytime on May 12, 2021
Theme: Emma Dodd

A heart warming story of all the things that parents love about their children.

[Terri · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a sweet book.

[Emily]

not foil in this one, but a simple story

[Kiyoko]

toddler feel good love story. Illustrations are shiny gold foil, process book rather than content

[Trisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet book between a parent and a child. The textures on a few of the pages are visually pleasing.

[Krista · Rating 4 out of 5]

This set by Emma Dodd is so beautiful!
Very short books that make great bedtime reads!

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is cute. I love the illustrations and the shiny parts on some of the pages. This would be great to read to a baby or toddler again and again.

[Sushie · Rating 4 out of 5]

An absolutely gorgeous book of compliments from parent to child.

Iggi's Storytime Criteria
Age group: Babies and toddlers
Content: Love, self-love, positivity
Plot: Very Little
Wordiness: Low, rhymes
Length: Short
Illustrations: Gr8! Bold colors, defined lines, GOLD LEAF!!
Other: Ask the opening question "Which part of you do you love best?" of audience, emote along with the book

[Meredith · Rating 3 out of 5]

A mother koala describes what she loves about her baby.

"I can't imagine life without you. Oh, I love everything about you!"

This picture book conveys parental love and devotion, using short simple text. It provides reassurance to children that they are deeply loved by their primary caregivers who strive to protect and support them.

The text is simple and soothing, and the illustrations, accented with gold foil, are gentle with vivid landscapes.

[June · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mama koala loves everything about her baby.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rhyming lines in this book help a little koala find out what its mother loves best about her baby. As she names various body parts and actions, even some that aren't necessarily endearing, readers will realize that she loves everything about that little one. The digital illustrations, bedecked with gold, support the warm message of acceptance and love expressed in the book, making it ideal for sharing when someone is feeling a little down and needs some shoring up. Reading this one with a youngster should surely boost his/her self-esteem and possibly provide a quick refresher course in why a parent might love a child.

[Penny McGill · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars from everyone at our house. So many 'oooohs' and 'aaaaahs' it was hard to take. I brought this one home to see if it would be a fun choice for a library program and was thrilled to see how happy it made both of my girls. There is just enough sparkle in this book to make it special with a wonderful distinct line to the koala images. Lovely text that was a delight to read aloud and I am inspired by several different things to centre it as a program for our toddler visitors. Loved it.

[Carrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lovely picture book demonstrating shared experiences (kisses, hugs, cuddles) between a mommy koala and a joey. Short, rhyming sentences and full-page spread illustrations make this a great book for sharing with a toddler.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Think Guess How Much I Love You by McBratney with love expressed from mother to child using body parts which lend themselves well to audience participation.

Nice rhyming read aloud for babies and toddlers with beautiful digital illustrations that makes artful use of gold foil.