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How To Be a Baby by Me, the Big Sister ISBN: 9781406316964
Heap, Sue and Lloyd-Jones, Sally
Published by Walker, 2008
In this picture book, we don't know the little girl's name, but she is six years old and is coping with the new baby in her family by explaining to him or her all the things babies can't do. Feeling superior is very important when faced with a rival, and while the little girl is cheerful and positive (mostly) about the new baby in her life, she makes it quite clear who is boss. And she knows that as the baby gets older and bigger, they will be more equal. 'And then I'll say, "Remember when you were little? How you used to never be able to do ANYTHING? And we'll laugh."' This is a super, sensitive story, just right for new siblings, and the illustrations are humourous as well as subtle.
Age: 4+