Though they're apart, this mother never stops thinking about her child.

A mother bear tells her child about her workday. She describes one activity after another, following each description with \"And I think about you.\" As we see her at her tasks, we see the corresponding activity she imagines with her child. Then, turn the page, and we see the child in a parallel activity at school. From reading emails to sharing projects with coworkers, the mother is reminded of her child. And their days remain intertwined, connected by their love.The repeated refrain - \"And I think about you\" - is one no child ever tires of hearing.

In this reassuring story with a heartwarming message, a mother bear at work all day never stops thinking about her child.In this tender picture book, a mother bear tells her child about her workday. She describes one activity after another, and follows each description with \"And I think about you.\" Illustrations show her at her tasks, with a corresponding activity she imagines with her child in a thought bubble beside her. Then, turn the page, and the child is shown participating in a parallel activity at school. So, the mother bear reads her emails, and thinks about reading to her child, while the child reads on the carpet in the classroom. She shares a project with her coworkers, and thinks about sharing time with her child on the sofa, while the child shares a pinwheel during circle time.

The rhythmic pattern will enchant and delight young readers - all the way to the surprising end! Rosanne L. Kurstedt beautifully captures the loving connection between a parent and child in this sweet story told in a gentle singsong narration, with sound effects. Ya-Ling Huang's uses layers of watercolour and coloured pencils to create a soft, transparent visual effect. The repeated refrain - \"And I think about you\" - is relatable, comforting, and true, perfect for reassuring a child that, even out of sight, they are never out of their parents' thoughts. This book will encourage sharing stories, and could spark a wonderful routine for readers. It offers an excellent opportunity to explore what parents do all day at work as well. It is also sure to resonate with parents.