54. Can't Stop Kissing That Baby

54. Can't Stop Kissing That Baby. K.L. Going. Illustrated by Fiona Lee. 2025. [Source: Library] [3 stars, picture book]

First sentence: Oh, that momma! She can't stop kissing the baby. Can't stop, just can't stop. No, she can't stop kissing the baby. 

Premise/plot: If you are looking for a sentimental (bordering on syrup-y) picture book about parents--most mothers--that can't stop, won't stop kissing their babies....then this is the one for you. Several different types of [diverse] families are illustrated. The text is simple and repetitive. 

My thoughts: I have not tried reading this one aloud. I haven't. I think there's a chance it could read as lyrical if read aloud. It is still repetitive, but it might work better if thought of as a poem. I like this one fine.

 

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