"Papa, do you love me?" 
"I love you more than the warrior loves his leap, more than the elder loves his root."
 
In this stunningly illustrated tale, a young Maasai boy tests the boundaries of his father’s affection. He asks if that love would remain if he were to lose the cattle, break a precious spear, or become a "hot-head." Through every hypothetical mistake, the father’s answers remain a "Stone-steady" reassurance of protection, guidance, and unwavering devotion.
 
Why Future-Positive Families Cherish This Story
Building Secure Attachment: This book is a primary tool for Emotional Intelligence. It teaches children that their value isn't tied to their performance or their mistakes—a vital lesson for maintaining confidence in a high-pressure, digital world.
Cultural Literacy & Diversity: The vibrant illustrations and specific cultural references (the Serengeti, the Maasai warriors) broaden a child’s Global Perspective. It honors a "village" structure that is different from our own, yet deeply relatable.
Developing Responsibility: Through the boy’s questions about his chores and his spear, the story touches on Initiative and Follow-Through, framed within the safety of a supportive relationship.
The Power of Tradition: In our "fast-changing world," the rhythmic, oral-tradition style of the text provides an Analog Reset that feels timeless and grounding.
 
Product Details
Format: Available in Hardcover
Illustrations: Breathtaking, sun-drenched watercolors by Barbara Lavallee
Reading Age: 3–7 years (but moves readers of all ages)
Themes: Unconditional love, fatherhood, African culture, and resilience.
 
The Spark + Stone "Village" Perspective
"We love Papa, Do You Love Me? because it celebrates the 'Protective Leader'—the father figure who provides the emotional sanctuary a child needs to eventually blaze their own trail. It’s a reminder that raising a Future-Ready Leader starts with a child knowing they have a safe place to return to, no matter what. Pair with a Nauty Daddy Engineering Kit and a ButterCloud Snuggle Blanket for the perfect relaxing weekend together."