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This list of books covers the special relationship of siblings – especially the role of an older sister. It can sometimes be hard when a new baby is going to be added to the family. New siblings may have trouble adjusting to the idea or may be super excited! Regardless of their feelings, these amazing books are a great read for big sisters or siblings in general.

1. I’m Going to be a Big Sister by Nicolette McFadyen

A joyful book with bright illustrations that is perfect for any soon-to-be big sis! Using a cute rhyme, it celebrates the excitement of having a sibling! A cute gift or read for any sister!

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2. Sona Sharma Very Best Big Sister by Chitra Soundar

With engaging illustrations, this book features Sona who is about to be a big sister. She has always been an only child and is unsure about her feelings. That is until she finds out there is a ceremony to name the baby! Sona is determined to find the perfect name.

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3. My Brother Duck by Pat Zietlow Miller

A silly and charming picture book with adorable illustrations. Stella has a new baby brother…and he might be a duck! A funny book about a big sister making big investigations!

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4. Big Sister and Little Sister by Charlotte Zolotow

A story of the growth in relationships between big and little sisters. Little sister gets tired of her big sister and goes off alone. In the end, they both realize they need each other.

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5. How to Be A Big Sister by Ashley Moulton

It’s an exciting role to be a big sister! A great read for any expectant families with an only child, this book is a guide to get kids ready for their new role! It has tips for what to do before the baby comes, when they are born, and general tips for being a great big sis!

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6. How Big Is Baby? by Kirsten Hall

A sweet story in flip book form that tells about fetal development. A fabulous book for kids to better understand how the baby is growing through the use of things kids can relate to, like fruits and seeds.

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7. Billie B Brown: The Big Sister by Sally Rippin

A cute book about an elementary-aged kid who is excited to become a big sister. Billie can’t wait for the new baby to come, she even decides to give it a teddy bear. But when the big day comes, her parents forget to bring her and she can’t find teddy!

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8. Little Bro, Big Sis by Rocio Bonilla

Sibling jealousy is common. In this two-sided flip book, each tells their side of the story. However, in the end, they both come to realize they need each other when the new baby arrives.

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9. What it Means to be a Big Sister by Lindsey Coker Luckey

A sweet book that uses rhymes, the older sister creates a list of all the things she can do with her little sister. She’s very excited and sees having a sibling as a wonderful thing that she gets to share in friendship.

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10. Big Sisters are the Best by Fran Manushkin

A great book for toddlers or younger new siblings to learn about the new baby. The book will help kids adjust to the new addition and teach them more about babies’ needs, smells, and sounds.

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11. I’m a Big Sister Now by Katura J. Hudson

An adorable book about the excitement and importance a girl finds in learning to become a good big sister. The girl has a lot of pride and knows she will play a vital role in the life of her sibling.

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12. I am a Big Sister! by Caroline Jayne Church 

A cute story book that will help any toddler adjust to the addition of a new sibling. Nicely colorful illustrations, that will engage the reader and uses simple rhyme to create an easy flow.

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13. I Am the Best Big Sister Ever by Kropka Publishing

A wonderful activity book that will get any new big sis excited about the arrival of a baby! It uses simple sentences to teach children about babies – like that they cry and can’t yet walk. It also is a coloring book and has simple activities like adding in the baby’s name.

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14. Big Sister Little Sister by LeUyen Pham

Told from the point of view of the little sister, this funny book tells what it’s like to be a little sis. Sure you get hand-me-downs and you have a lot of catching up to do, but you also have an amazing big sister to help you!

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15. I’m a New Big Sister by Amanda Li

A great book for kids who are hesitant about another baby coming. This book celebrates how being a big sister is fun and important. It also includes a sound button with baby giggles.

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16. Love My Big Sister by Michael Gordon

A book about sisterhood. A little and big sister bond through sharing food, playing games, and even reading together. A special story of the strong link between two sisters.

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17. My Big Sister Can See Dragons by Rocky Sanchez

A fascinating book about a big sister, Gaby, who is great at everything – swimming, reading, AND seeing dragons! Marty, Gaby’s little sister, wants to learn how to see dragons too!

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18. Emma Dilemma by Kristine O’Connell George

A poem about the ups and downs of having a sibling. Jess has a dilemma, a younger sister who is amazing and she loves…until she’s not and Emma starts annoying Jess. A true testament to the love we have with our sisters, even when they get on our nerves.

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19. Big Sister Blue by Kara McMahon

A favorite book and cartoon, we learn that Blue is a bis sister to Sprinkles, her little brother. In the book, you get to see all the great things Blue teaches her brother!

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20. I Don’t Want to Be a Big Sister by Heath McKenzie

A funny book about a big sister who gets a new “gift” from her parents – a cute, little baby. Except, there’s one problem, babies smell, cry, and a bunch of other annoying things!

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21. Big Sister Baabara by Caroline Gray

This is an excellent book that will have you laughing! Baabara wants to be a big sister…and she gets what she wants. Not one little baby to be a big sister to, but five!

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22. Big Sister by Andrea M. Dorn

A fantastic book that is great for toddlers and young children to learn about being a good big sister. It also teaches them how to cope and be mindful of this new experience.

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23. Babies Ruin Everything by Matthew Swanson

With child-friendly illustrations and funny scenes, this is a great book for any first-time big sister.  An empathetic story about how older siblings often feel – that babies ruin everything – and about how they will come to love them.

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24. What Does a Big Sister Do? by Delia Berrigan

This book has gorgeous illustrations and answers the question, “What does a big sister do?”. A book filled with all the awesome things you get to do, and also that they are loved too.

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25. Your’s a Big Sister by Marianne Richmond

Being a big sister can be fun, but also scary. The book covers how, while it can be a confusing time for a new sibling, it is also an exciting time! It has really cute pastel imagery and rhyming.

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26. Maple & Willow Together by Lori Nichols

Maple and Willow are sisters. There is whimsical, free-spirited Maple, and sometimes annoying (to Maple) little sister toddler, Willow. They love playing together, but also get into it. It is a great book to read about sibling love and how kids can figure out disagreements on their own.

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27. My Big Sister by Gina and Mercer Mayer

Little critter’s sister wants to be a big sis! But all she has is a brother. In this book, she uses her imagination to wonder what it would be like to have a big, much older sister.

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28. What Sisters Do Best by Laura Joffe Numeroff

A fun book that is a cute read! This board book talks about all the different and great things sisters do together. Big sisters can teach many things to their younger sisters and vice versa.

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29. Olivia: A Guide to Being a Big Sister by Natalie Shaw

Kids love Olivia and her family! In this colorful book, follow our favorite friend in learning how to be the best sister ever!

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30. Best-Ever Big Sister by Karen Katz

A super cute book that put a big sister in front of the family. Older siblings also need to know they are important when babies might take up a lot of time. In this book, we see that babies don’t know much, but big sister can help!

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