About This Book
Reach for this book when your child expresses intense frustration with a younger sibling or wishes they could just be an only child again. It provides a safe, imaginative space to explore the complicated 'love-hate' relationship that often defines sibling dynamics. Through the lens of a little girl trying to make her brother disappear using magic, the story validates the very real anger children feel while gently guiding them toward the realization that they would actually miss their sibling's presence. Debi Gliori's charming illustrations and relatable scenarios make this an excellent choice for children aged 3 to 7 who are navigating sibling rivalry. By externalizing the conflict through 'magic spells' and 'vanishing creams,' the book allows children to process their feelings of jealousy and annoyance without judgment. It ultimately reinforces the bond of family, showing that while siblings can be pesky, they are also an irreplaceable part of one's world.
