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Date of Publication: November 16, 2023
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Suggested Retail Price:
HARDCOVER $25.95
PAPERBACK $10.99 (Amazon only) -
ISBN: HARDCOVER 979-8-9860472-2-5
ISBN: PAPERBACK 979-8-9860472-3-2
ISBN: eBOOK 979-8-9860472-4-9
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Series: Tales From the Craft Box
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Category: Picture Book, Juvenile Fiction
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Ages 4 to 8
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Trim: 8.5 x 11 inches, 42 pages
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Distribution: Available through Ingram and Amazon
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Lexile Measure: AD530L
Themes
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Becoming a big brother or sister
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Welcoming a new baby
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Sibling rivalry and jealousy
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Family relationships and teamwork
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Managing big emotions
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Kindness and empathy
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Problem-solving and responsibility
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Social-emotional learning and character education
Sam's New Sister
A Sidesplitting Spin on Sibling Rivalry, Jealousy, and Big Brother Emotions for Kids 4-8
Life in the craft box just hasn't been the same since Sam’s new sister arrived. The other buttons only seem to notice Maggie, and Sam is feeling invisible. They don’t watch his fancy scooter tricks or look at his new artwork. They’re even mad that he refused to share his favorite toy with her. Running away sounds scary, but it’s the only way to escape her... unless, of course, she follows him.
When Maggie gets into trouble while looking for him, Sam must decide whether having his old life back is worth losing her forever.
Trade Reviews
"A cleverly told tale on a familiar theme."
-Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"The message that families need each other—and that change isn’t always scary—hits home." -Booklife
Awards
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Pinnacle Book Achievement Award
Why Teachers Love It
It combines humor and heart with valuable lessons about sibling relationships, empathy, and embracing change, making it a favorite read-aloud for helping children navigate big feelings and growing families.