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In this charming children’s story, an all‑knowing big sister takes turns mentoring her newborn sibling. She humorously explains the world from a baby’s point of view—how babies interact with books, tolerate uncertainty about age and gender, and keep a special plug in their mouths to control new sounds. The narrator promises that one day the baby will grow, understand these mysteries, and share memories with the beloved sister.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Sally Lloyd-Jones
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