Picture books tagged with: sister

Henrietta’s Thistleberry Boots

A picture book that acknowledges that a change in routine can be challenging for many children, while at the same time demonstrating that with patience and support, it is possible to get through difficult times. A useful springboard for a conversation about uncomfortable changes, the story promotes patience, resilience and courage to face the unknown or new.

The Perfect Shelter

A beautiful picture book that explores the complicated and sometimes contradictory emotions that children can feel when they have a loved one with a serious illness.

Benny’s Hat

A beautiful, sensitively written book that could be used to support and comfort children who have a seriously ill sibling or friend, or have experienced bereavement.

Dogger

This is a charming story that addresses the loss of a special toy, and how a sibling's kindness saves the day. The book highlights the unique bond some children have with specific toys, and allows an adult reader to see the significance of such a toy through a child's eyes.

There’s Going to Be a Baby

Prepares a child for the birth of a sibling, guiding a young reader through the excitement of pregnancy towards the birth of a brother or sister to love.

My Sister is an Alien

This book would be a good choice for a child who is getting to grips with the birth of a brother or sister. It cleverly addresses the confusion children may sometimes feel about whether or not their new sibling is a permanent fixture in the household!

Mine!

A light-hearted way to introduce the concepts of sharing and co-operation to young children.

There’s a House Inside My Mummy

Providing a reassuring introduction to pregnancy and child birth for the very young.

Tinysaurus

This picture book may help a child who is feeling fed up about being the youngest and not being able to do some of the things an older sister or brother gets to do.

How Are Babies Made? (Flip Flap)

A good choice for a child who is curious about how babies are made, how they grow inside their mother, and what happens when they are born. It is factually accurate but also simple enough for very young children and is not sexually explicit.

Love Makes a Family

This fun, inclusive board book for very young children celebrates the one thing that makes every family a family: LOVE.

The Worry Box

A great choice for children with occasional worries, the bear in the story is given strategies to help ease his anxiety.

No, Baby, No

A good choice for an older sibling to set expectations of what it is like to have a baby in the household. Featuring a multi-cultural family.

It’s Not Fair!

Children with a baby brother or sister may identify with this story, which acknowledges the advantages and disadvantages of being the older sibling.

Our Stripy Baby

Encourages children to accept the fact that everyone is different. This book may help a child who is struggling to come to terms with having a sibling with special needs.

I am Not Sleepy and I Will Not Go to Bed (Charlie and Lola)

A good starting point for a discussion on the importance of good bedtime habits!

Sometimes

Children with siblings with long term illness

The Perfect Baby

It may help an older sibling cope with the bringing home of a new baby.

Our Baby Inside

A positive yet realistic view of what it's like to have a baby - explaining to children where they come from.

When the World Was Waiting for You

Understanding and celebrating the arrival of a new baby.

Wilbie’s Gift

Acknowledging some common uncertainties a child may have associated with a new baby in the house.

My Brother is Different

My Baby Sister

Acknowledging that children may feel jealous of new siblings at first, but promoting their acceptance. May also comfort a child who is nervous about a loved one going to hospital.

Maggie’s Monkeys

Shows that having imaginary friends is nothing to be afraid of.

Where Did That Baby Come From?

The book reflects the frustration of the toddler in a sympathetic way at the presence of a new sibling and the pictures present plenty to talk about and laugh at with a young child as you go through the tale.

The Tunnel

Siblings frequently struggle to get along. This book will help brothers and sisters recognise the love that underlies their sometimes fraught relationship.

Just Because

Promoting tolerance and celebrating diversity. May help children to realise that those with disabilities can achieve as much as those without.

Naughty Toes

For any child who doesn't quite fit in

There’s an Ouch in my Pouch!

Gently explains to an older sibling that they are not 'being replaced' by a new baby, and their parents will love them just as much.

That’s Mine

New Baby/Sibling Rivalry/Parent's Attention

Share!

This book may help to explore disgruntled feelings between an older and a younger baby sibling who at about 6 months is starting to want to play with their toys and things. It is hard to share everything and resentment can build up inside.

Tell Me Something Happy Before I Go to Sleep

May comfort a child who is experiencing bad dreams or who is afraid of the dark.

Henry Helps with the Baby

You’re All My Favourite

Reassuring a child their parents love them and their siblings equally.

Baby on Board

A good starting point to discuss the facts of life with young children. May help to set expectations of how a mother's pregnancy will change life for an older sibling.