Books like New Baby Coming, New Baby Here
Award winning
My Daddy Doesn't Need a Cape
Sheryl Smiley-Oliphant, 2020
30 pages
Why to read
Celebrates everyday heroism in familiar, family-centric scenarios.
Encourages appreciation and gratitude for parents’ daily efforts.
Supports emotional development through positive familial relationships.
Engaging storytelling that captivates young readers' interests.

My Daddy Doesn't Need a Cape
Sheryl Smiley-Oliphant, 2020
Award winning
Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores sibling dynamics with warmth and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of family changes.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.

Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
Award winning
Our Baby is Loved
Abigail Gellene-Beaudoin, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Highlights unconditional love in family dynamics.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy development.
Simple, engaging language perfect for early readers.
Illustrates diverse family structures and inclusivity.

Our Baby is Loved
Abigail Gellene-Beaudoin, 2023
Award winning
I Am a Rainbow Baby
Lindsey Leask, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Celebrates hope and resilience in children.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Encourages conversations about complex feelings.
Warm illustrations enhance empathy and connection.

I Am a Rainbow Baby
Lindsey Leask, 2021
Award winning
Love That Baby!: A Book About Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends
Kathryn Lasky, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates new additions to families lovingly and warmly.
Helps children understand and accept a newborn sibling.
Strengthens empathy and family bonding.
Simple, enjoyable read for young kids.

Love That Baby!: A Book About Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends
Kathryn Lasky, 2003
Award winning
Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling relationships through charming storytelling.
Illustrates loving family dynamics, boosting emotional development.
Encourages compassion and empathy among young readers.
Simple, engaging language ideal for early readers.

Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, 2023
Award winning
I Miss the Baby: A Child's Grief Process Following the Miscarriage of a Sibling
Irma G. Prosser, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through a child’s perspective on sibling loss.
Provides comfort, helping children understand and process grief.
Encourages open family conversations about difficult topics.
Supports emotional development and resilience building.

I Miss the Baby: A Child's Grief Process Following the Miscarriage of a Sibling
Irma G. Prosser, 2022
Award winning
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Sensitive handling of complex sibling grief issues.
Encourages emotional expression and healing in children.
Supports understanding of loss within a family context.
Reassuring tone, comforting for both child and parent.

