Talking about a new sibling: books for children from Multcolib FamiliesLike this list

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• Families Grow

  Saks, Dan, 1978-

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  A board book about different ways families grow - pregnancy, adoption and surrogacy.

• Where Do Babies Come From?

  Our First Talk About Birth

  Roberts, Jillian, 1971-

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  "Introduces very young children to the basics of reproduction in a way that is gentle, age-appropriate and accessible"

• Waiting for Baby

  Fuller, Rachel, 1970-

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  "The arrival of a new sibling can be a confusing and frustrating time for a toddler. This book offers help to prepare them for the downfalls and delights of having a younger brother or sister."

• My Brother Is An Avocado

  Darnton, Tracy,

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  "It's hard to wait for the baby to join the family, especially when it's still growing inside Mom's tummy. But when her dad tells her the size of the baby at each stage, one little girl imagines all the fun she can have with her baby…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• What's in There?

  All About You Before You Were Born

  Harris, Robie H.

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  Follows the adventures of young Gus and Nellie, who watch their mother's pregnancy and anticipate the arrival of a new sibling while learning engaging facts about how unborn babies develop.

• In My Daddy's Belly

  the Story of a Transgender Dad Giving Birth

  Brown, Logan,

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  A heartwarming story about two Dads eagerly awaiting the birth of their first child. Teaching kids that it doesn't matter what their family looks like as long as they are safe and loved.

• Mama's Belly

  Hosford, Kate,

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  A little girl expresses curiosity and excitement for the coming birth of her baby sister while her parents tenderly reassure her of love's ability to expand with their growing family.

• Nine Months

  Before a Baby Is Born

  Paul, Miranda,

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  "As a baby grows in her mother's tummy, a soon-to-be big sister and her family spend nine months preparing for the newest member of the family to arrive."

• What Makes a Baby

  a Book for Every Kind of Family and Every Kind of Kid

  Silverberg, Cory,

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  Gender neutral language with information about conception, gestation, and birth. Includes adoption, reproductive technologies, through surrogacy, or the old fashioned way, and birth at home or in a clinic,

• We're Happy You're Here

  Wilkins, Julie,

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  "This inclusive picture book celebrates the joy of preparing to welcome a child, with contemporary illustrations depicting diverse families and their communities of support."

• My New Baby

  Fuller, Rachel,

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  Children have many questions when the new baby comes home. Los niños tienen muchas preguntas cuando el nuevo bebé llega a casa.

• Harper Becomes a Big Sister

  Kirst, Seamus,

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  Harper is excited at the idea of being a big sister, but she becomes frustrated when the baby boy her parents adopt proves to be a lot of work, and her parents never seem to have time for her.

• It's Big Brother Time!

  Ahuja, Nandini,

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  A story told through the eyes of a big brother shares how they have an important role to play to introduce new babies to the world

• It's Big Sister Time!

  Ahuja, Nandini,

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  A big sister helps care for a newborn who needs the rules demonstrated by a positive role model who was once an expert baby herself

• Baby's Here!

  Young, Jessica (Jessica E.),

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  Rhyming text and sweet illustrations for little ones who love babies or are welcoming a new sibling themselves.

• It's a They!

  Herriot, Lindsay,

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  Siblings use gender-neutral pronouns to welcome a new baby into the family in this board book.

• Little Siblings, Big Feelings

  Strategies and Scripts for Growing Families

  Burr, Maya,

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  Readers will discover the joys and challenges of having a new sibling as they learn strategies like mindful breathing, role-playing, and scripts for handling big feelings.

• When Aidan Became a Brother

  Lukoff, Kyle,

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  When Mom and Dad announce that they're having another baby, and Aidan wants to get everything right for his new sibling. But what does it mean to "get everything right"? And what happens if he messes up? With a little help, Aidan discovers…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Most Unusual Day

  Mallery, Sydra,

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  Caroline is anxious all day at school, nervous about her newly-adopted sister's arrival from far away.

• I'm Big Now!

  Simmons, Anthea,

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  Still adjusting to her new role as big sister, a little girl tries to stay a baby for a little longer, but when her parents lovingly affirm her big-girl status, she starts to enjoy doing things her baby brother cannot.