It's Hard to Be a Baby

By Cheryl B. Klein, Juana Medina (Illustrator)

Being a baby is tougher than it looks. Discover why!

4.0/5 Goodreads · 105 ratings

32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Life as a baby isn't as easy as it seems. With a wise narrator, this charming picture book reveals the hidden struggles of babyhood. From goofy clothes to misunderstood cries, babies face unique challenges. Will they find their way through the chaos? Perfect for parents and little ones, this story offers laughter and insight into the world of babies, reminding us that everyone is learning for the first time.

From the publisher

A perfect gift for new parents, with delightful illustrations from Pura Belpré Award-winning artist Juana Medina, Cheryl B. Klein’s picture book It’s Hard to Be a Baby is a hilarious and heartwarming read-aloud celebrating the challenges, changes, and cheers that come with being a baby Hey there, babies. I hear you. Everyone thinks your lives are easy. But you and I know the truth . . . It’s hard to be a baby! You’re always being picked up and put down. You have to tell people everything–when you’re hot, when you’re hungry–but they don’t always get what you need. And some of your clothes are REALLY goofy. But hang in there, babies–everything will get better! With a wise and surprising narrator and charmingly expressive illustrations, this new classic will help exhausted parents remember that their babies, too, are figuring everything out for the first time–and find a few laughs along the way. It’s the perfect picture book for caregivers and their little ones to enjoy together.

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