Waiting for Baby (My New Baby) [Board book]

Rachel Fuller (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2009 | Age Level: 1 and up | Series: New Baby

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.

Editorial Reviews

Review

A wonderful book to share with toddlers and young children. Waiting for the arrival of a new sibling can be an exciting and sometimes confusing time, but there is so much that needs to be done, and Mum needs some help. The pictures are colourful and the text offers questions that promote conversation, which allow the emotions of having a new baby to be explored. A lovely book to share one-to-one with your child - perfect for both early years settings and parents alike. -- Debra Barton Nursery Education Plus 20090901 "These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. ... The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations." School Library Journal 20110401 "The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. ... watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant." Readertotz blog 20110401 "... no one can complain about the positive message it conveys, appropriately, to its baby and toddler audience." Kirkus Reviews 20110401

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 1 and up
  
• Board book: 12 pages
• Publisher: Child's Play (International) Ltd; Brdbk edition (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1846432758
• ISBN-13: 978-1846432750
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,083 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Health, Mind & Body > Personal Health > Women's Health > Pregnancy & Childbirth
  • #5 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Issues > New Sibling
  • #7 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > People & Places > Family Life > New Baby

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56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Aptly Titled, December 6, 2005

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Annie Oakley "designer-2" (Wister, OK United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Waiting for Baby (The New Baby) (Board book)

This is, after all, a book about "Waiting." Excellent illustrations cover not being able to fit in Mommy's lap, doctor visits, buying things for Baby, helping Daddy so Mommy can rest, being left behind when Mommy goes to hospital, seeing new baby for the first time. Just wish there had been one more page about what to do with Baby after s/he is here. Very good book for child 18 mo. to 5 years.

30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book to personalize for your child, May 20, 2003

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3Speed (Minnesota, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Waiting for Baby (The New Baby) (Board book)

My 20-month old daughter loves this book, as do I. The illustrations are beautiful and allow you to tell the story however you choose (there is no text). It's a great way to personalize the "expecting a new baby" story. We talk about our doctor, our favorite toy store, our grandma coming to visit, ect. It's also fun to hear how Dad tells the story. A great book for toddlers who will soon be big brothers or sisters.

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars We enjoy this book, February 7, 2007

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April J. Carman (Richland, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Waiting for Baby (The New Baby) (Board book)

I just bought this book for my 2.5 year old. I appreciate the fact that there aren't words to the book. It gives me an opportunity to talk specifically about the situations as it applies to us, and not be constrained by a story.

I would have given it five stars except for the fact that there are two things I wish were different, I wish there were more distinct "belly" pictures of the mom. There are a couple, but she kind of just looks big to me. And second is the page with the child staying with (obviously) grandma and grandpa. We don't have family nearby, so he will be staying with friends. And additionally, if he was staying with grandma and grandpa - ours don't have white heads! The book could have just been a touch more versatile without the white haired couple.