About This Book
Reach for this book when your older child feels overshadowed by a younger sibling's antics or expresses frustration that their special milestones are being hijacked. It is a perfect choice for navigating the prickly transition from being an only child to sharing the domestic spotlight. The story centers on Christopher, whose birthday is nearly ruined by his younger brother's behavior, until a creative shift in perspective transforms their rivalry into play. This book speaks directly to the common childhood wish for a pet instead of a sibling. It validates the very real anger of feeling second-best while offering a humorous, imaginative path toward empathy. Ideally suited for the preschool and early elementary years, it uses a relatable birthday setting to explore how flexibility and shared imagination can bridge the gap between brothers who seem to have nothing in common.
