Product Description

Intended for ages 4-5, this package consists of a book & CD. 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 the accompanying musical CD contains upbeat and catchy tunes that emphasise the special bond between brothers and sisters.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #226959 in Books
• Published on: 2007-04-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 32 pages

Customer Reviews

Good information, colourful and interesting book about being a big brother!
This book is invaluable in preparing my 6 year old for the new arrival. He is excited about it, but also scared, and this book helps him to understand and discuss what it might be like. It also helps him to understand, eg why he can't leave his Lego lying around! There is a page that illustrates the birth canal - but enough for him to know the 'baby comes out of your bottom'! This level of information I found to be suitable for him, age 5-6.
It also explains a bit about life after the birth - crying, feeding, nappy changing etc! But FUN!! And reinforces the fact that there is only one of him and he's loved!!