Mama Car
Mama Car by Lucy Catchpole is a picture book published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers on November 4, 2025. This 40-page book is written in English and offers a gentle exploration of a child’s perspective on her mother’s wheelchair, affectionately referred to as the “Mama Car.” The narrative highlights how this wheelchair plays a significant role in their daily adventures, transforming even simple tasks into exciting experiences.
Readers will find a celebration of family life and the bond between mother and child, as the story emphasizes the normalcy of using a wheelchair in their activities. Through engaging illustrations by Karen George, the book presents themes of growing up, friendship, and social skills, making it a relatable read for children. This edition invites young readers to appreciate the unique aspects of their family dynamics while fostering understanding and acceptance of different experiences.
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From author and disabled parent Lucy Catchpole, this gentle and accessible picture book celebrates a wonderful part of one child’s life: her mother’s wheelchair.
I have a tricycle. Daddy has a big car. And Mama has a Mama Car.
Mama’s wheelchair can take you on adventures, big and small. Even going to the kitchen for breakfast might become an exciting expedition. But the very best part about the Mama Car is…it has Mama! And she’s always there when you need her. This sweet story from writer and wheelchair user Lucy Catchpole and illustrator Karen George portrays a mother’s wheelchair as a wonderfully normal part of family life.
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