I Love You the Purplest

Two brothers spend an evening fishing with their mama, each one asking who's better at digging worms, rowing, and catching fish — and, at bedtime, who she loves the most.

For siblings who are always keeping score against each other, this is the book that answers the question they're too afraid to ask out loud.

• Big idea: Love isn't a contest — it can be different for each child and still be equal.
• Vibes: Tender, quiet, golden-hour warm.

• are working on sibling rivalry and comparison
• enjoy cozy family routines like fishing or bedtime
• respond well to gentle, reassuring bedtime stories
• love hearing that they're seen as their own person

• Feelings & empathy: Why do you think the brothers wanted to know who was best at digging worms and rowing the boat?
• Real-life connection: Have you ever wondered who someone loves more, you or your sibling?
• Story & problem-solving: How did Mama answer when the brothers asked who she loved the purplest?
• Imagination: If you went fishing with your family tonight, what job would you want to do?
• Big idea: What do you think it means to love two people the same but in different ways?