My Little Sister

A parent would reach for this book when their firstborn is struggling with the complex transition of becoming an older sibling. It is the perfect tool for when a child starts expressing 'big feelings' like jealousy, confusion, or a sense of being replaced by the new baby in the house. The story follows a young child navigating the arrival of a little sister, moving from the initial shock of sharing their parents' attention to the eventual discovery of a new kind of love. It validates the child's perspective that babies are, at first, somewhat boring or disruptive, before showing the rewards of a growing bond. Parents will appreciate how it treats the child's displacement with empathy rather than dismissiveness. It is ideal for children ages 2 to 6 who are currently in the 'adjustment phase' of a growing family.