When You Become a Big Sister by Shelly Lawson | Picture Book for New Big Sisters | Ages 2-8

Prepare your little girl for her exciting new role with When You Become a Big Sister. This warm and reassuring picture book, written by Shelly Lawson, helps new big sisters feel confident, included, and deeply loved as they anticipate the arrival of a new baby. Through gentle rhyme and cheerful illustrations, this book celebrates the joy of siblinghood and eases big feelings associated with transition.

• A warm and reassuring picture book designed to help little girls prepare for a new baby.
• Uses gentle rhyme and cheerful illustrations to explain the new role.
• Helps children feel secure, special, and ready for their new role as a big sister.
• Ideal as a meaningful sibling gift from parents or grandparents.
• Encourages emotional connection and sibling bonding.
• Part of the “When You…” series, supporting big transitions for little people.
• Matches the companion book, When You Become a Big Brother.

• Author: Shelly Lawson
• Reading Age: 2 - 8 years
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 27 pages
• Publication Date: July 10, 2025
• Dimensions: 216 x 216 mm (21.59 x 21.59 cm)
• Item Weight: 104 g
• ISBN 13: 979-8292017424
• Manufacturer/Publisher: Independently published

Perfect to share together before the baby arrives to build excitement, or after the baby is home to reinforce the big sister's importance. This book gently explains that while babies require significant time and care, the love for an older sibling remains strong.

Give the gift of confidence and connection with this essential read for every growing family.