About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the reality that a new baby cannot immediately be a playmate. It is perfect for a preschooler or young elementary student who feels frustrated or bored by the slow pace of a newborn's development. The story follows Froggy as he navigates the letdown of getting a sister when he wanted a brother, and a 'pollywog' when he wanted a frog. Through Froggy's signature humor and boisterous energy, the book explores themes of patience, sibling disappointment, and the eventual pride that comes with being a mentor. It normalizes the 'not-so-fun' parts of a new sibling while ending on a joyful, celebratory note about the growing bond between big and little kids.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book handles sibling disappointment in a secular, direct, and humorous way. The resolution is realistic: the baby doesn't magically become a peer, but the relationship evolves into one of teacher and student.
