Love That Baby!: A Book About Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends
What’s inside...
When a new baby arrives, it might seem that all they do is sleep and eat. But babies are fascinating. What does baby babble mean? What games do they enjoy? And what are they trying to say when they cry (as they so often do!)? The perfect gift for any child with a new baby in his life - whether he welcomes the baby with frowns and sighs or open arms.
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways we can show love and care to a baby?
How do you think the baby feels when we play gently with them?
What are some things babies need help with?
Why is it important to be quiet sometimes around a baby?
How do you feel when you help take care of a baby?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings or memories about being around babies, fostering a deeper connection to the book's themes.
Use the illustrations in the book to point out non-verbal cues of how the baby might be feeling, further developing your child’s empathy skills.
Discuss your own family experiences with babies, whether it’s about them as babies or about other family members, making the conversation personally relevant.
After reading, engage in role-playing activities where your child can practice being gentle and caring towards a doll or teddy bear, reinforcing the book's messages.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Family Bonds
Explanation: The story emphasizes the significance of familial relationships and how a new baby can strengthen these bonds.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their family members more and understand the importance of supporting and caring for each other.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Caring
Explanation: Through interactions with the new baby, characters demonstrate empathy and the act of caring, teaching by example.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these behaviors in their interactions with peers and siblings, helping them develop strong emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Adjustment to Change
Explanation: The narrative portrays the adjustments and changes that come with welcoming a new family member, helping children understand and accept changes.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children cope with various changes in their lives, understanding that adjustment is a part of life.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Older siblings in the book learn about responsibility through small tasks related to caring for the baby.
Real-World Application: Children can adopt a sense of responsibility by taking on appropriate tasks at home or in school.
Example Lesson: Joy in Shared Moments
Explanation: The book highlights the joy that comes from spending time together as a family.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and look forward to family time, enhancing their family relationships.