Little Brothers & Little Sisters [Hardcover]

Little sisters and little brothers all long for the same few things when it comes to their older siblings: a turn to play, a place on the team, a chance to shine. This book starts with four pairs of siblings in and around an apartment complex, each expressing through play and daily life the many gripes and pitfalls of younger siblings.

Subtly, the narrative shifts to reflect the good things that come with having an older sibling: a helping hand, a partner in crime, a friend for life. The book ends on a high notewhen it comes to brothers and sisters, the good outweighs the bad, and both big and little siblings have a special place in each others hearts. Minimal text paired with impressionistic, full-spread illustrations creates weight and emotion in this lovely book that will help kids feel understood in all the pains and joys of siblinghood. This universal take on the positives and negatives of the pecking order will ring true to and be enjoyed by children. The good, the bad, and the lovely about having a sibling

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Curriculum and leveling information available A charming and heartwarming look at the complex and diverse nature of relationships among family members. A heartfelt reflection on the trials and joys of sibling dynamics. Big love for this little book. This book will warm your heart and bring comfort to your soul. It needs to be shared.

Expresses the pitfalls and benefits of being the little sibling

Spare text is poetic and metaphorical, with evocative illustrations

Message will be relatable to anyone with a brother or sister
Reading Levels:
Lexile: AD120L
GRL: K
Reading Recovery: 18
Common Core:
W.2.1,3,5,8
SL.2.1,1b,1c,2,3,4,6
RF.2.3,3d,4,4a,4b,4c
L.2.3,4,4a,4b,4c,4d,5,5a,6lÓ,