Echo's Sister

Submitted by jmartin on Wed, 2012-02-29 16:48

11-year-old Echo finds the courage to help her younger sister fight cancer, and in the process, finds the love and support of an entire community. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Echo's Sister
Echo's Sister

Paul Mosier
(Juvenile Fiction - J Mosier)


11-year-old Echo finds the courage to help her younger sister fight cancer, and in the process, finds the love and support of an entire community. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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Cancer Hates Kisses

Submitted by jmartin on Wed, 2012-02-29 16:44

As Mom goes through treatment for cancer, her family supports her with what cancer hates most: love. Recommended for ages 6–9.

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Cancer Hates Kisses
Cancer Hates Kisses

Jessica Reid Sliwerski
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Sli)


As Mom goes through treatment for cancer, her family supports her with what cancer hates most: love. Recommended for ages 6–9.
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Llama Llama Home with Mama

Submitted by jmartin on Wed, 2012-02-29 16:42

Llama Llama's mother takes good care of him when he has to stay home from school because he's sick. Recommended for ages 3–6.

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Llama Llama Home with Mama
Llama Llama Home with Mama

Anna Dewdney
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Dew)


Llama Llama's mother takes good care of him when he has to stay home from school because he's sick. Recommended for ages 3–6.
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That’s My Sweater!

Submitted by jmartin on Tue, 2012-02-28 16:30

Olivia loves her favorite red sweater! But Olivia is growing bigger, and her sweater is feeling smaller. One day, she finds her baby brother wearing it! Her mom says it’s time to hand the sweater down, but Olivia wants it back. An adorable story about sharing with siblings. Recommended for ages 4-6.

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That’s My Sweater!
That’s My Sweater!

Jessika von Innerebner
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Von)


Olivia loves her favorite red sweater! But Olivia is growing bigger, and her sweater is feeling smaller. One day, she finds her baby brother wearing it! Her mom says it’s time to hand the sweater down, but Olivia wants it back. An adorable story about sharing with siblings. Recommended for ages 4-6.
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My Brother Is Away

Submitted by jmartin on Tue, 2012-02-28 16:25

A little girl misses her big brother, who is incarcerated, and feels a complex mix of emotions about him. When she sees him during visiting hours, her anxiety melts away and she remembers that even though her brother isn’t home, his love hasn’t changed. Children with incarcerated older siblings or family members will relate to this story and hopefully feel less lonely. Recommended for ages 4-10.

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My Brother Is Away
My Brother Is Away

Sara Greenwood
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Gre)

A little girl misses her big brother, who is incarcerated, and feels a complex mix of emotions about him. When she sees him during visiting hours, her anxiety melts away and she remembers that even though her brother isn’t home, his love hasn’t changed. Children with incarcerated older siblings or family members will relate to this story and hopefully feel less lonely. Recommended for ages 4-10.
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Making a Baby

Submitted by jmartin on Tue, 2012-02-28 15:55

This nonfiction book is a detailed, straightforward explanation of the birth cycle, from conception to gestation to giving birth. Biologically accurate and inclusive, it’s an excellent guide for siblings who want to know where babies come from. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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Making a Baby
Making a Baby

Rachel Greener
(Juvenile Nonfiction - J 618.2 Gre)


This nonfiction book is a detailed, straightforward explanation of the birth cycle, from conception to gestation to giving birth. Biologically accurate and inclusive, it’s an excellent guide for siblings who want to know where babies come from. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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Duel

Submitted by jmartin on Mon, 2012-02-27 16:56

Lucy and Gigi fight all the time since the death of their father, but their fighting reaches a new level when Lucy challenges Gigi to a fencing duel before their whole middle school! This graphic novel is perfect for readers who have experienced the complicated mix of bullying and friendship from siblings. Fans of Raina Telgemeier (Sisters) will enjoy this! Recommended for ages 9-12.

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Duel
Duel

Jessixa Bagley
(Juvenile Graphic Novels - J-GN Bagley Duel)


Lucy and Gigi fight all the time since the death of their father, but their fighting reaches a new level when Lucy challenges Gigi to a fencing duel before their whole middle school! This graphic novel is perfect for readers who have experienced the complicated mix of bullying and friendship from siblings. Fans of Raina Telgemeier (Sisters) will enjoy this! Recommended for ages 9-12.
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We Sang You Home

Submitted by jmartin on Mon, 2012-02-27 16:30

Parents welcome their new baby home in this sweet, lyrical ode. When read aloud, this book will express to children how much joy they bring to their parents. Also available as a board book. Recommended for ages birth–2.

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We Sang You Home
We Sang You Home

Richard Van Camp
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Van)


Parents welcome their new baby home in this sweet, lyrical ode. When read aloud, this book will express to children how much joy they bring to their parents. Also available as a board book. Recommended for ages birth–2.
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A Most Unusual Day

Submitted by jmartin on Mon, 2012-02-27 16:15

Caroline is usually organized and calm, but today is an unusual day! She seems distracted and forgetful at school. When her parents pick her up, Caroline finally gets to meet her newly adopted baby sister! This picture book is a fresh look at adoption and the anxiety kids feel right before a new sibling arrives. Recommended for ages 4-8.

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A Most Unusual Day
A Most Unusual Day

Sydra Mallery
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Mal)


Caroline is usually organized and calm, but today is an unusual day! She seems distracted and forgetful at school. When her parents pick her up, Caroline finally gets to meet her newly adopted baby sister! This picture book is a fresh look at adoption and the anxiety kids feel right before a new sibling arrives. Recommended for ages 4-8.
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Sona Sharma, Very Best Big Sister?

Submitted by jmartin on Mon, 2012-02-27 15:55

Sona enjoys being an only child, so when Amma tells her she’s going to be a big sister, she doesn’t like the idea of sharing her family. Sona then learns about namakarna, a naming ceremony for when the new baby is born. She soon becomes determined to find the perfect name for her baby sibling!  Recommended for ages 9-12.

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Sona Sharma, Very Best Big Sister?
Sona Sharma, Very Best Big Sister?

Chitra Soundar
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Ati)
Series: Sona Sharma


Sona enjoys being an only child, so when Amma tells her she’s going to be a big sister, she doesn’t like the idea of sharing her family. Sona then learns about namakarna, a naming ceremony for when the new baby is born. She soon becomes determined to find the perfect name for her baby sibling!  Recommended for ages 9-12.
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