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Mommys big heart kids book about becoming a big brother or big sister. New baby in a family book A book that will help...

by Anastasia Popescu

Book Details

Publisher:Open Road Media
Published:2014-09-02
Pages:73
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1497682959

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

A new baby’s arrival is an occasion of excitement and anticipation. Yet for a young child, it can be cause for bewilderment and distress. Hand-in-hand with endearing elf characters, author Emily Menendez-Aponte shows the way to help a child welcome the new arrival into the family with open arms!

Our Review

This gentle picture book offers a reassuring roadmap for young children navigating the arrival of a new sibling, transforming potential anxiety into joyful anticipation. Through the guidance of kind elf characters, the story validates a child's complex feelings while providing concrete examples of how to interact with and care for a new baby. The narrative thoughtfully addresses common worries about sharing parental attention and changes in family dynamics, making it an ideal resource for preparing preschoolers for this significant life transition. Parents will appreciate how the book frames the new baby's introduction as an inclusive family experience rather than a disruptive event.

What distinguishes this family story is its practical approach to emotional learning, using relatable scenarios to demonstrate gentle touching, quiet voices, and helpful behaviors older siblings can practice. The charming elf companions serve as empathetic guides, modeling curiosity and care rather than prescribing rigid rules. This book will resonate most with families expecting another child and seeking to foster early bonds between siblings from the very beginning. Its warm, inclusive message ultimately leaves children feeling excited and empowered about their important new role as a big brother or sister.

Themes

Self-Help

Subjects

Self-Help