I'm going to be a big sister
Bercun, Brenda2006
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Contains tales that are designed to help prepare older siblings for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Through descriptions - from which toys are safe for babies and which are dangerous, to the importance of hand washing and picking up the baby only when a grown up is there to help - this title teaches what it means to be a big sibling. These colorful tales are designed to help prepare older siblings for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. By providing discussion prompts, these books help give parents the language needed to speak to their older children in a way that is supportive, complimentary, and caring. Through a variety of descriptions--from which toys are safe for babies and which are dangerous, to the importance of hand washing and picking up the baby only when a grown up is there to help--Sam and Amanda learn what it means to be a big brother or sister. A discussion about the real-life issue of parents' temporary absence while at the hospital prepares youngsters for what might otherwise be a confusing and frightening time. The books' handy tip sheets succinctly detail hints for supporting the older child and is accompanied by a download link for an MP3, containing upbeat and catchy tunes that emphasize the special bond between brothers and sisters.
Main title:
I'm going to be a big sister / by Brenda Bercun ; illustrated by Sue Gross.
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Imprint:
Larkspur, CA : Nurturing Your Child Press, 2006.
Collation:
1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 22 cm. + 1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
ISBN:
9780976719861
Dewey class:
305.231
Language:
English
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BRN:
2372772
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