About This Book
Reach for this book when your children are constantly keeping score of who got the bigger scoop of ice cream or who got to sit in the front seat. While sibling rivalry can feel like a never-ending battle, Judy Blume captures the humor and heart found in these everyday power struggles. This collection of stories follows first-grader Jake and third-grader Abigail as they navigate family outings to the beach, the fair, and the mall. It is a perfect choice for parents who want to normalize the 'love-hate' relationship siblings often share. Through these relatable vignettes, children see their own feelings of jealousy and competition mirrored in a safe, funny way. The book models how family members can irritate one another one minute and support each other the next. It is highly appropriate for early elementary readers, offering short, manageable chapters that emphasize that while siblings may be 'pains,' they are also an essential part of our world.
