Review by Kirkus Book Review
Getting ready to become a big sister, a child daydreams about the life she and her sibling will have together. The story opens with exciting new baby preparations like room decorating and selecting a name. But as the young narrator soon learns, her responsibilities really kick in once the baby is born. She imagines what the two of them will do when they're older--for instance, creating an artistic masterpiece (on the wall) and hunting for treasure (under the couch cushions). On one poignant spread, the protagonist discusses all the feelings she'll experience: excitement, pride, even jealousy. And though from time to time the siblings will have had enough of each other, they'll also savor plenty of tender, loving moments. Chow's illustrations bring Fier Jasinksi's text to life, adding comic relief and providing specific context for more generalized lines. "We'll spend a lot of time together. And I mean a lot. Sometimes, we might wish for less" is transformed into a scene of the two buckled in car seats realistically mid-squabble. One parent and the baby have tan skin and light brown hair; the other parent and the big sister are pale-skinned. The younger sibling isn't specifically gendered; a variety of older siblings will be able to see their experiences reflected. Realistic and hopeful, this title is ideal for parents eager to support a soon-to-be big sister. Lovingly and accurately captures the sibling bond.(Picture book. 4-7) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
