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New Baby! is a book written for toddlers about toddlers expecting a new addition to the family, and not knowing what to expect.
In New Baby! toddlers expecting a new addition to the family don't know exactly what will happen, and it can be confusing and emotionally challenging. Through the introduction of the new sibling, to the incorporation of it into daily life, toddlers will be reassured that while things will be different, mom and dad still love them just the same and have enough love for the new baby, too.
Includes information for parents and caregivers about reassuring a toddler that they will not be forgotten when they have a new sibling.
Author Notes
Carol Zeavin holds master's degrees in education and special education from Bank Street College, and worked for eighteen years in homes and classrooms with toddlers. She was Head Teacher at both Rockefeller University's Child and Family Center and at the Barnard Toddler Development Center, and worked for Y.A.I. and Theracare. She is a professional violinist living in New York, NY.
Rhona Silverbush studied psychology and theater at Brandeis University and law at Boston College Law School. She represented refugees and has written and co-written several books, including a guide to acting Shakespeare. She currently coaches actors, writes, tutors, and consults for families of children and teens with learning differences and special needs. She lives in New York, NY.
Visit terrifictoddlersbookseries.com, and visit Carol and Rhona on Twitter @CarolRhona and Instagram @TerrificToddlersBooks.
Jon Davis is an award-winning illustrator of more than 80 books. He lives in England. Visit him on jonsmind.com, Twitter @JonDavisIllust, and Instagram @JonDavisIllustration.
Reviews (1)
Kirkus Review
Toddler Kai navigates the transition to big brotherhood with the help of his parents. By providing lots of reassurance and clear explanations, Kai's parents guide him through his anxiety, pride, and even anger at the arrival of his new little sibling. The story features an interracial, heteronormative family with a White-presenting mom and brown-skinned dad. All plays out exactly as one might expect: Welcoming a new sibling isn't easy, but the older child winds up feeling secure in his place in the family. With cool colors and a muted palette, the illustrations are sweet if a little bland. The real strength of this book is the way that it models for caregivers how to validate a child's feelings and provide comfort. For example, Kai's mother identifies his anger, gives him words for what he's experiencing, and reminds him, "I love you, Kai, even when you're angry." As a part of the Terrific Toddler series, it includes a note to parents and caregivers at the end with advice related to helping a toddler welcome a new baby. Two other books in the series publish simultaneously, Potty! and Time To Go! They address helping children learn to use the toilet and transition from activity to activity, respectively. Oddly, given the audience, the relatively wordy text is printed on flimsy paper pages instead of board. High marks for validating toddlers' feelings but otherwise unremarkable. (Picture book. 2-3) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.