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Helen Oxenbury’s artwork is praised for its warmth and charm, bringing out the distinct personalities of each relative and the playful expressions of the baby.

It is a vibrant celebration of Black family life, focusing on unconditional love and the joy of being "utterly adored". The story is gentle and humorous, capturing the overwhelming but sweet energy of a big family gathering. So Much

Trish Cooke uses a repetitive, musical structure that makes it a perfect read-aloud for toddlers. Helen Oxenbury’s artwork is praised for its warmth

Trish Cooke (Writer), Helen Oxenbury (Illustrator) Genre: Juvenile Fiction / Family Summary: This rhythmic, cumulative story follows a mother and baby at home when their large extended family begins to drop by one by one—Auntie Bibba, Uncle Didi, Nannie, and Gran-Gran—all eager to squeeze and kiss the baby "so much". Trish Cooke uses a repetitive, musical structure that