Books Like Jenny's Baby Brother
Families who loved Jenny's Baby Brother by Peter Smith often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Jenny's Baby Brother by Peter Smith often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your older child expresses frustration that a new baby is boring, useless, or can't actually do anything fun yet. It is specifically designed for that difficult 'waiting period' after the initial excitement of a new sibling has faded and the reality of a non-responsive infant sets in. Jenny's initial disappointment reflects the very real and valid feelings of a preschooler who expected an immediate playmate. The story validates the child's perspective without judgment, showing that it is okay to feel unimpressed by a baby who just sleeps and cries. As Jenny's brother grows, the narrative shifts toward a hopeful and rewarding conclusion where the bond finally begins to form. It is a gentle, realistic tool for managing expectations and teaching the slow process of building a lifelong relationship.
