This book is designed to introduce young children to unfamiliar situations in an amusing and friendly way. It features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. It provides an ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences. Other titles in this series include: Going to the Doctor; "Going to School"; and, "Moving House".
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
By R. Sercombe
Format:Paperback
This is another cute book for tots who are going to become big brothers or sisters, my two year old daughter loves it. Its based around a family called 'The Bunns' who are having a new baby. I read a review that said it was a little old fashioned, which for some it might be, it refers to the mum and dad as Mr & Mrs Bunn and its a very 'traditional' set up eg. Mum, Dad, 2.4 kids and a dog. For me this was fine as this is what my family make up is so it suited well. Its short and sweet and has the classic Usbourne trade mark of a little Yellow duck somewhere on each page, which my tot loves - she knows where every single one is! A good all rounder if you ask me!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By jenlem
Format:Paperback
I hesitated before buying this because some reviewers thought it was old-fashioned and traditional. Actually, we found there was nothing wrong with it (for us) and it was exactly what we needed. It doesn't matter that our family is not exactly the same as the family depicted, or that it is unlikely the grandparents will come and stay, as in the book. In terms of putting across the main sequence of events, it was great. Perhaps if you are having a home birth, or are a single parent, or your family unit is in some other way atypical, you might want to consider other titles first. But for most families, this is the clearest, most direct and engaging 'new baby' book for toddlers that I have come across. Out of 3 books that we bought, this is the only one my 2 1/2 year old son wanted to return to. Top marks from me.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is the perfect book to explain what happens when there's a new baby.
9 Feb 2010
By Karen Smith
Format:Paperback
This book goes into just enough detail to explain what will happend, from mum going into hospital, visiting after baby's born and being at home. It was brilliant for my 3yr old especially the lovely pictures
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By F. Ewart
Format:Paperback
2-year old daughter loves this book & definitely feel she is taking on board the events which will surround the arrival of her brother to the family. It is traditional, yes, but I think it would be impossible to try & cover every type of family set up. Would recommend it.
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Gozaradio
Format:Paperback
We bought this along with a similar book to help ease my first son into the idea of a new baby in the house. This book isn't bad but he never really got into it and the ideas in it are pretty old fashioned in the sense of gender roles and what happens when you have a baby in 21st century Britain!
We and he preferred 'There's a House inside my Mummy' which he still requests even though his little brother has been with us for nearly a month! This book though will probably make it's way to a charity shop or NCT sale.
We and he preferred 'There's a House inside my Mummy' which he still requests even though his little brother has been with us for nearly a month! This book though will probably make it's way to a charity shop or NCT sale.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By KH
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this book based on the reviews here and haven't been disappointed. My 22 month old adores this story and it has become compulsory bedtime reading. My advice though would be to order the Usborne Complete Book of Experiences.
Complete Book of First Experiences (Usborne First Experiences)
For a little over twice the price you get this story as well as other 'experiences', with a hard rather than paper cover.
Complete Book of First Experiences (Usborne First Experiences)
For a little over twice the price you get this story as well as other 'experiences', with a hard rather than paper cover.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book arrived 2 days ago and I feel like I already know it cover to cover, it is rather traditional but for my little girl gets the message across and has opened up opportunities to talk about things like, who will look after her when mummy goes into hospital. The pictures have lots of little details which she enjoys pointing out and the text is simple but perfectly sufficient.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By emmab
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Both me and my son enjoy this book although it seems a bit old fashioned with the parents being called Mr. & Mrs. rather than Mummy & Daddy. It gives a good idea of what to expect at the end of the pregnancy though.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just right!
Lovely book to read to my 3 year old grand daughter as we prepare for her new sibling.
Positive and not over complicated. Lovely illustrations.
Positive and not over complicated. Lovely illustrations.
Published 1 month ago by Tina ferguson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Features breastfeeding
I liked this book as it featured breastfeeding which few other books did. It was slightly too indept for my 2 and a half year old but would have been a brilliant read for a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Zoe N. Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
This is a great book to share with a toddler expecting a sibling.
Lovely pictures and favourite characters included. Thanks
Lovely pictures and favourite characters included. Thanks
Published 1 month ago by Mrs D Fullbrook
2.0 out of 5 stars
A little dull
My 22month old son didn't really enjoy this book, I was pleased to see that it incorporated breastfeeding, but I think my son is still too young to relate to the fact his mum is... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lakhi Sahota
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice Book
Nice book for introducing the concept of a new baby to siblings. Pictures are nice and bright and book quite informative highlighting that granny and grandad looks after the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Morven
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well explained
This book was a great way for me to explain to my daughter what would happen when our baby arrived. She really enjoyed reading it over and over again.
Published 4 months ago by leanne watson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for soon to be big sister or brother!
We bought this book for my daughter once we had told her that we were expecting a little brother! She loved this book and the story explains perfectly from getting ready and... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Louise
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Little Story
My second child is due this week and this book and provided an excellent story to get my little girl (2 years old) ready. She loves talking about Mrs Bunn and her new baby. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ms. Katie Andrews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Be aware - there is more than one existing child!
When I bought this book, I didn't realise that it was about a family: Mum, Dad, Sister, Brother, Dog. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mummy of Three
4.0 out of 5 stars
Only one with breastfeeding!
I bought 3 books to help explain the arrival in our house of a new baby to my little girl (3). Good old Usborne was definitely the best one, the others were quite American -... Read more
Published 16 months ago by niks
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