Why and When We Say Sorry to Mom

By Cotton Bread

A Heartfelt Guide to Understanding, Saying Sorry, and Growing Closer at Home

We all make mistakes — but learning how to say "I'm sorry" can change everything.

This gentle, relatable book helps children aged 10–12 discover:

✨ Why apologizing isn't just about the words — it's about caring for the people we love
✨ How even small actions or careless words can hurt — and how to make them right
✨ That moms may seem strong, but they have feelings too
✨ How saying sorry can build stronger, happier family connections

Through real-life examples, reflection moments, and practical tips, this book guides young readers to:

✔ Understand the true meaning of an apology
✔ Recognize when they've hurt someone — even by accident
✔ Learn simple, powerful ways to say sorry and show they care
✔ Grow empathy and responsibility, one small action at a time

Bonus interactive challenges inside!

·         A one-week "Thank You, Mom" challenge

·         Fun hug moments to reconnect every day

·         Real stories of kids learning to apologize — and feeling stronger for it

Perfect for kids who want to:

? Feel more confident expressing emotions
? Build better communication at home
? Discover that saying sorry isn't weakness — it's love in action

Let's help the next generation grow with kindness, respect, and understanding — starting with the most important person in their world: Mom.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Sek Ee Ho
• Release date: Jun 23, 2025
• ISBN: 9798231326495

Book preview

Chapter 1: Why Should We Apologize?

Have you ever said I’m sorry just because someone told you to? Maybe you didn’t even feel that sorry—but you knew it was the right thing to do.

But here’s something important:

Saying sorry isn’t just about words. A real apology means you care about how the other person feels—especially someone who loves you, like your mom.

Let’s explore why apologizing matters, how we hurt others without meaning to, and how to make our apologies truly count.

1. Apologizing Means You Care About Someone’s Feelings

Some people think an apology is just a quick Sorry! and then everything goes back to normal. But real apologies are much more than that.

When you apologize, you’re really saying:

I know I hurt you, and I care about how you feel.

That’s powerful.

Imagine this:

Your mom spent her whole afternoon baking your favorite cookies. But when she gives them to you, you say, Ugh, I wanted the chocolate ones. She might smile and say it’s okay—but deep inside, she might feel sad or unappreciated.

Saying, I’m sorry for complaining. I know you worked hard, shows her that you noticed her effort and you care about her