I Am a Big Brother

by Caroline Jayne Church (Author)

Reading Level: K − 1st Grade

Share the joys of becoming a big brother!

With the arrival of a new baby comes many transitions, and big brothers may need a little extra tender loving care to adjust to a new family situation. This sweet story with adorable toddler illustrations by Caroline Jayne Church is just right to share with and prepare an older brother getting ready for an expanding family.

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Kirkus

A good choice for caregivers looking for a positive, uncomplicated introduction to a new baby that focuses on everything an older sibling can do to help. 

School Library Journal

PreS--In this vibrant, rhythmic, and charming picture book, a big brother expresses his joy upon the arrival of his new sibling. He helps whenever he can, and even during unpleasant tasks like diaper changes and naptime, he loves the newcomer. And his parents are proud. Engaging illustrations in watercolor and pastels capture the tenderness of this new family bond. This is an excellent choice for helping older children understand their new role in the family. Short, rhyming sentences make the story a quick read-aloud for group sharing and nap time.--Gwen Collier, Buffalo and Erie County Public Library, NY

Copyright 2014 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Review quotes

Praise for TEN TINY TOES

The brief, lyrical text, the opportunities for interactivity and the focus on a subject dear to toddlers' hearts—themselves and all their glorious parts—make this a candidate for repeat readings. —KIRKUS


Praise for LET'S GET DRESSED!

Church's cartoon toddler and a puppy are delightfully animated... —KIRKUS


Praise for POTTY TIME!

The cheerful images and fun sound effect provide gentle encouragement for the potty training camp. —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY


Praise for GOOD NIGHT, I LOVE YOU

A quiet depiction of self-reliant slumber. —KIRKUS


Praise for I LOVE YOU THROUGH AND THROUGH

Dynamic illustrations...act out the text in ways that are informative, inventive, and humorous. —SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL
Caroline Jayne Church
Caroline Jayne Church was a bestselling author and illustrator. Some of her bestselling titles include I Love You Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak, How Do I Love You? (Je t'aime comme...) by Marion Dane Bauer, You Are My Sunshine by Jimmie Davis, and Good Night, I Love You (Bonne nuit, je t'aime!).
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9780545688864
Lexile Measure
470
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Cartwheel Books
Publication date
January 27, 2015
Series
-
BISAC categories
JUV039090 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | New Experience
JUV013070 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | Siblings
JUV013040 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | New Baby
Library of Congress categories
Stories in rhyme
Brothers
Babies
Board books
Infants

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