We Are Expecting You!
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2023 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

We Are Expecting You!

Written & illustrated by Barney Saltzberg

An elephant sibling eagerly awaits a new family member's arrival.

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32 pages· 128 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

An adorable young elephant counts down the days until a new baby joins the family. Overflowing with love and excitement, this heartfelt tale captures the special bond between siblings. As the big day approaches, the anticipation builds, celebrating the joy and wonder of welcoming a new family member. Will the new arrival be everything the young elephant dreams of? Perfect for expectant families, this story is a tender tribute to sibling love and the magic of new beginnings.

From the publisher

From the bestselling author of Beautiful Oops! and I Want to Be Mad for a While, Barney Saltzberg, comes a playful and heartfelt new sibling book!This sweet, lyrical read-aloud shares all the love young siblings feel as they count down the days to their new baby’s arrival! Following an adorable young elephant sibling who shares the boundless love and excitement for this soon-to-be new family member, this is a touching tribute to the most special relationship siblings have. Told with Barney Saltzberg’s vibrant, bold artwork and playfully tender text, this book is perfect for expectant families eagerly anticipating the BIG DAY.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
128
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about babiesBooks about loveBooks about new babiesBooks about siblingsBooks about family
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Book details

Publication
Published
May 16, 2023
Publisher
Orchard Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338815191

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