About This Book
Reach for this book when you are preparing a young child for the arrival of a new sibling and want to emphasize their unique place in the family. It is a gentle, nature-based story about a girl named Maple who grows alongside a tree planted in her honor, eventually learning how to share her world when a new 'willow' joins the family. This story is ideal for children aged 2 to 6 because it uses the slow, steady growth of a tree to mirror a child's own development. It validates a child's sense of self-importance while softly introducing the concept of being a big sister. Parents will appreciate the quiet, calming tone that focuses on connection and the changing seasons of family life.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and gentle. It touches on the transition of a new baby with a realistic yet hopeful lens. There are no conflicts or negative behaviors depicted, making it a very safe, soft introduction to siblinghood.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler who is an only child about to become a big sibling. It is especially suited for children who find comfort in nature or who have a quiet, observant temperament.
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