The Cabbage Patch Fib

A parent might reach for this book when their child is asking tricky questions about where babies come from, especially if they've already heard some silly stories. This hilarious chapter book is about a boy named Chris whose father tells him an outlandish fib about his new baby sister being created from goo in a hospital drainpipe. Believing every word, Chris tries to make another baby himself, with disastrously funny results. The story humorously explores themes of curiosity, honesty, and family love, validating a child's confusion when adults aren't straightforward. It's a perfect, lighthearted way to open a more honest conversation with a 7 to 10 year old about a new sibling or the facts of life.