A Song for My Sister

A Song for My Sister
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Age Range
4+
Release Date
June 26, 2012
ISBN
978-1582464275
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WAAAAA! When Mira's wish for a sister at long last comes true, she's thrilled—but the new baby isn't exactly what she expected. Who knew someone so little could make so much noise! No matter what Mira or her parents do to soothe or amuse her, the baby's reaction is . . . WAAAAA!

On the day of her simchat bat, her Jewish naming ceremony, the baby cries--as usual! That is, until Mira steps close to offer her own special gift and the inspiration for her parents' choice of the perfect name.

Lesley Simpson's tale of a family adjusting to a welcome change is sweet and sassy and very funny. It's a universal story about families and siblings, as well as a glimpse into a lovely Jewish ritual for welcoming baby girls to the family and the community.

WAAAAA! When Mira's wish for a sister at long last comes true, she's thrilled—but the new baby isn't exactly what she expected. Who knew someone so little could make so much noise! No matter what Mira or her parents do to soothe or amuse her, the baby's reaction is . . . WAAAAA!

On the day of her simchat bat, her Jewish naming ceremony, the baby cries--as usual! That is, until Mira steps close to offer her own special gift and the inspiration for her parents' choice of the perfect name.

Lesley Simpson's tale of a family adjusting to a welcome change is sweet and sassy and very funny. It's a universal story about families and siblings, as well as a glimpse into a lovely Jewish ritual for welcoming baby girls to the family and the community.

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A Song for My Sister captures many of the emotions a family and especially a sibling may feel when a new baby enters the family. I found it worthy of a chuckle when the baby kept crying no matter what the family did. If you are a parent, I think you can relate...we've all had those days.

I adore stories about families and love. I think the nod to the Jewish culture is also important and can be a great discussion point for learning and sharing about how families are all different. I also really love the name Mira, a name might be a small detail to some, but not to me. Overall, this is a sweet story and I can see it being passed on from sister to sister.
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