About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the invasion of privacy and space that comes with a new younger sibling. It is a perfect choice for the elementary student who feels their personal belongings are no longer safe or who feels a sense of resentment toward a tag-along brother or sister. This humorous animal adventure follows Sunny, a dog who is frustrated by her new little sister Rosy. When Rosy loses Sunny's favorite toy and then goes missing herself, Sunny must move past her anger to protect her family. It is an ideal bridge for children moving from picture books to longer narratives, offering a safe, funny space to process complex feelings of sibling rivalry and the transition from being an only child to a protective older sibling.
What Parents Should Know
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The book is entirely secular and metaphorical, using canine behavior to mirror human sibling dynamics. There is mild peril when the dogs are lost outside, but the resolution is hopeful and reinforces family bonds.
