Children who are expecting a sibling or simply not getting along with the sibling or siblings they already have may benefit from listening to a read-aloud of one of these books listed. Whether they are having a rough time accepting the fact there will be a new addition or if they just cannot get along with the siblings they do have, they will relate to the struggle of these characters and see them work through problems to find solutions.
1. Just Me and My Little Brother
As far as books about baby brothers go, this one is adorable! Check out your favorite little critter as he is one of the main characters in this book alongside his little brother. If your boys are having trouble getting along, this sweet book could help!
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2. What Brothers Do Best
This board book is perfect for little hands. It is a sweet book to read to the entire family. These brothers do so many wonderful activities together as they go about their daily lives. This story demonstrates the bond between brothers in a positive light.
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3. Berenstain Bears New Baby
Take a look at these classic characters as they welcome a new member to the family. Your children or students might be familiar with Sister from the other books in the series but do they know how she came into their lives at the beginning?
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4. Big Brother Daniel
Learning how to be a big brother, and a good one at that is a very important job! Daniel the Tiger is taking it very seriously as he tries to be the best big brother to his brand new little sister. Your children or students could even recognize him!
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5. What Sisters Do Best
This book is for all those sisters out there! If you have daughters who are inseparable, this is the book for them! Even sisters who do not get along would like to hear this charming story. You can read it at your next family gathering.
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6. Little Miss Big Sis
This book paints sibling relationships in the best light! Celebrating the arrival of a new baby can be quite exciting and it very much is for this little miss, who just became a big sis. This new baby sibling is the most joyous thing in Little Miss' life for sure.
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7. Hello In There
This beautiful soon-to-be-sister is so dedicated to being the best big sister that she makes sure to pass along so much information to the baby inside her mom's belly. This awesome book can open up some important family discussions dealing with some big topics.
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8. Lola Reads to Leo
This simple book takes a look at the protagonist, named Lola, as she reads to Leo. This is a cheerful book that might even encourage some of your hesitant readers to give reading to their siblings a chance, which would help them practice as well.
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9. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules
This Diary of a Wimpy Kid book is the 2nd book in this series. This is not the most heartwarming book you might expect. Rodrick is causing so many sibling issues and of course, Greg is getting the brunt of them. Brothers might especially relate to this story.
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10. My Sister is Sick
Learning how to manage and work through emotions is so important for children. This sibling story is a little bit more serious than the other books listed here but contains such important messages and teaches many important lessons to anyone who is listening.
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11. My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother
If you have children who are constantly trying to one-up each other and best each other in everything they do, they might enjoy this book here. Sibling rivalry is very apparent and noticeable in this book. This book has so much heart, which makes it a quality book choice.
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12. Little Big Girl
This story is for all of the curious siblings out there. It is a heartwarming story that will have the readers happily reading page after page. Introducing the new little sibling to the entire world is a big job and Matisse is up for it!
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13. You're The Biggest
If you know a kid who is going to become an older sibling soon, then this book would make the perfect gift to help them get excited. This story of sibling love and commitment warms the hearts of all those who listen to it. It shows a beautiful bond between siblings.
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14. Maple
This is a cute book about a young girl who is about to be promoted to big sister! Maple is more than happy to take care of both the new baby in her family and her constantly growing tree. She is a special sibling who has a very unique name.
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15. The New Small Person
This fabulous children's book centers on Elmore Green as he deals with these new feelings now that there is a new small person in his life. Lauren Child shares her excellent writing once again by writing this book and then happily sharing it with the readers.
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16. Spot's Baby Sister
Chances are your children or students are familiar with Spot! Now, Spot has a sister! This is an interactive book and is also a flap book as well. Your young reader will enjoy lifting up the flaps and be surprised by what is underneath each one.
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17. How To Drive Your Sister Crazy
How to Drive Your Sister Crazy is a reader that would even make adult siblings laugh! This book is an I Can Read! reader and it looks at an issue that many children face and deal with on a regular basis. How exactly does this brother drive his sister crazy?
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18. Beezus and Ramona
Are your children feeling negative feelings or conflicted feelings about being siblings? Your youngest child might relate to the character of Ramona and your eldest may relate to Beezus. Beezus tries to navigate her little sister but she is often too wild!
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19. My Brother Charlie
This book speaks out about the challenges of Autism and offers main characters with a variety of skin tones. You can open the eyes of the children you are reading this book to because the author is a fantastic Autism spokesperson as well.
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20. The New Baby At Your House
Prepare for the new arrival at your house by gifting your soon-to-be big sibling this book. This book goes through the range of emotions that are associated with the arrival of a new family member that some kids may experience and need to work through.
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21. Maple and Willow Together
This book is an additional installment to another book that is listed above. Now that Willow is a bit older, Maple and Willow get to have adventures together. This book could become a favorite book for sisters to read together or for a parent to read to them!
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22. Maple and Willow Apart
The third installment in this beautiful, wonderful, and touching series. Now, Maple and Willow will be apart and separated for a little bit of time. Where is Maple going? How long will she be gone? When will she be back? Find out!
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23. The Evil Princess Vs. The Brave Knight
The evil princess and the great knight are at odds again, of course. Do you have students or children you wish would just try harder to work it out? You might enjoy reading them this story as they will probably relate to at least one main character.
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24. Mia Moves Out
Can you tell she has absolutely had enough? Mia is totally moving out after now needing to share it with her brand new baby brother. Mia does not want to do this and decides to leave to another part of the house where she can finally have some space.
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25. The Proudest Blue
This book celebrates cultural differences in the best and proudest way. This heartwarming story looks at fitting in, standing out, and following your heart no matter what other kids say.
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26. Louise Loves Art
Louise loves Art and art! She is a very creative girl who is full of love. Check out and follow her journey with Art through the wonderfully written text and adorable illustrations. Choose this for your next read-aloud!
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27. Two is For Twins
This book is about a very special type of sibling: a twin! The students might be fascinated and interested to think about having a twin of their own that looks just like them and might even dress just like them too!
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28. Adele and Simon
This tale is for the young ones who are always forgetful and losing their things like mittens, pencils, other shoes, and more. Adele and Simon know just what that is like. Find out what happened to them.
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29. The Baby Tree
This book answers the big question: "where do babies come from?" in a child-friendly way. This story has a main character who desperately wants this question answered.
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30. Babies Don't Eat Pizza
If your child is experiencing some fear or uncertainty about this new addition, this book will have them laughing and seeing this new baby as exciting instead!
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