Big Sibling Superstar

Dinner conversations

  • · What do you think your new baby sibling will be like?

    · If you could choose a superpower for your new baby sibling, what would it be?

    · What's the first game you want to play with your new baby brother or sister?

    · If you were in charge of giving your baby sibling a nickname, what would it be?

    · What's the funniest thing you think your baby sibling will do?

    · What's one piece of advice you would give to your new baby sibling?

    · If your baby sibling could talk right now, what do you think they would say to you?

    · What's the first book you want to read to your baby sibling?

    · If you were a superhero, how would you protect your baby sibling from monsters?

    · What's the most exciting adventure you want to take your baby sibling on when they're older?

    · What's your favorite baby animal, and do you think your baby sibling will be as cute as that animal?

    · If you could choose the first song your baby sibling listens to, what would it be?

    · What's the silliest face you want to make to make your baby sibling laugh?

    · If your baby sibling could choose their favorite color, what do you think it would be?

    · What's one thing you hope your baby sibling learns from you?

    · If your baby sibling could eat any food right now, what would it be?

    · What's the first toy you want to share with your baby sibling?

    · What's your favorite bedtime story, and do you want to share it with your baby sibling?

    · If you could teach your baby sibling one skill, what would it be?

    · What's the most exciting thing you want to teach your baby sibling as they grow up?

Set the mood...

Allow your child to immerse themselves in music that corresponds with the theme of their monthly Clever Parent Box

Playlist

Book recommendations

"The New Baby" by Mercer Mayer

In this book, Little Critter learns about becoming a big brother and adjusts to having a new baby sister, with charming illustrations and a relatable storyline that helps children understand and embrace their new role.

"Big Brother Daniel" by Angela C. Santomero and illustrated by Jason Fruchter

In this book based on the popular TV show "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood," Daniel Tiger learns how to be a helpful big brother when his little sister Margaret is born, with colorful illustrations and gentle lessons about sibling love and cooperation.

""I Am a Big Sister!" by Caroline Jayne Church

In this book, a little girl celebrates becoming a big sister and expresses her love for her new sibling, with adorable illustrations and simple text that capture the joy and pride of being an older sibling.

"Julius, the Baby of the World" by Kevin Henkes

In this book, Lilly learns to cope with jealousy and resentment when her new baby brother Julius arrives, with expressive illustrations and a humorous storyline that explores the complexities of sibling rivalry.

"Sisters Are for Making Sand Castles" by Harriet Ziefert and illustrated by Chris Demarest

In this book, two sisters spend a day at the beach together and build sand castles, with vibrant illustrations and a sweet storyline that celebrates the bond between sisters and the joy of spending time together.

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