Books Like The Baby
Families who loved The Baby by John Burningham 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 The Baby by John Burningham 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 child is oscillating between excitement and frustration regarding a new baby in the house. It is the perfect choice for a toddler or preschooler who needs to know that their complex, sometimes negative, feelings are normal and safe to express. John Burningham uses simple text and expressive illustrations to show a little boy's daily life with a baby who is not always a fun playmate. The story validates the reality that babies can be boring, loud, or messy, while gently moving toward a place of acceptance. Parents will appreciate the lack of sugarcoating, as it provides a natural opening to discuss the ups and downs of sibling life without pressure to be the perfect big brother or sister.
