About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their younger child feels frustrated or overshadowed by an older sibling, or when preparing a child for the arrival of a new baby. The story follows a little sister, Kate, who is convinced her bossy older sister is a bad witch. She humorously catalogs all of her sister's 'spells,' which are actually just typical big sister behaviors. The dynamic shifts entirely when their parents announce a new baby is on the way, and Kate realizes she is about to become a big sister herself. This classic story uses a clever metaphor to validate a younger child's feelings of jealousy and powerlessness. It offers a gentle, funny, and empowering way to open conversations about changing family roles and the complicated love between siblings.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The primary theme is sibling rivalry. The book addresses this through the direct, though metaphorical, lens of the protagonist's feelings. Kate's feelings of anger, jealousy, and frustration are presented as normal. The approach is entirely secular and humorous. The resolution is very hopeful, focusing on the positive transformation of a child's role within the family.
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