About This Book
Reach for this book when your toddler is struggling with the big concept of sharing or feeling possessive over new toys. It is perfect for those 'mine' moments that often peak around birthdays or playdates. The story follows Max as he celebrates his birthday with his older sister Ruby, capturing the excitement of gifts and the common toddler impulse to keep treasures all to oneself. Through Rosemary Wells's signature gentle humor, the book validates a young child's desire for autonomy while modeling a positive sibling relationship. It serves as a soft entry point for discussing manners and the passage of time. Parents will appreciate how it treats Max's possessiveness not as a behavioral problem to be punished, but as a natural developmental stage to be navigated with patience and love.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. This is a very safe, secular, and gentle domestic story.
