Muri loves his Mama, and Mama loves him. But being one of seven, he sometimes wonders who is Mama's favourite. He thinks maybe she loves his baby sister the most, but whenever he acts like the baby, Mama doesn't like it. Then he wonders if she loves his oldest sister the most, because she lives far away. But when he threatens to run far away, Mama doesn't appreciate it. Even when Muri pretends to be sick, Mama is wise to his ways. But when the two of them encounter a fearsome cat out in the yard, Mama grabs Muri and scampers to safety, and Muri finally understands that Mama loves them all the same.
This adorable book conveys the warmth of a big family, and opens the door to discussing sibling rivalry and jealousy.
