Best Kind of Baby

Reach for this book when your child first hears the news that a new baby is joining the family and begins to ask what they will be like. This story captures the magical, often literal way children process the idea of a new sibling. Sophie imagines her new brother or sister as everything from a playful puppy to a swimming dolphin, using humor and imagination to manage the anticipation of a major life change. It is a perfect selection for preschoolers and early elementary children who are navigating the shift from being the center of attention to becoming a big sibling. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's curiosity and wonder while maintaining a gentle, comforting tone that prepares them for the reality of a human baby in a playful way.