I Wish My Brother Was a Dog

Reach for this book when your older child is expressing frustration, jealousy, or the feeling that a new baby has taken over the household. It is a perfect choice for the child who is currently 'anti-baby' and needs to know that their grumpy feelings are a normal part of adjusting to a growing family. Through humorous rhyming verse, a young boy imagines how much better life would be if his baby brother were a dog. A dog would fetch, play, and live in a kennel, unlike this noisy baby who gets all the attention and can't even play catch. By leaning into the absurdity of the comparison, the book provides a safe, funny outlet for big sibling resentment without being preachy or overly sentimental. It validates a child's internal struggle while gently reminding them of the unique bond they share with their human sibling.