We have not yet had real problems with jealousy. Perhaps it is because we read many of these books before our youngest's arrival. Big brother has always been a very welcoming and kind sibling.
But we do deal with jealousy on birthdays - this year in particular. Greysen recently celebrated his fifth birthday at a party with all of his friends. We decided long ago that we would only do family birthdays until the fifth birthday. However, Camden is about to turn three and is now expecting that she will get the same kind of party. So we are doing our best to help her understand. Of course, the usual birthday jealousy comes from one child being jealous of the attention and gifts. Some of these books are great for kids to learn to be respectful that this is someone else's special day.
When I Feel Jealous (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman, illustrated by Kathy Parkinson. This particular book does an excellent job describing a number of different ways that children can feel jealous. For young children who have trouble finding words to express their feelings this is a great book to teach them.
But we do deal with jealousy on birthdays - this year in particular. Greysen recently celebrated his fifth birthday at a party with all of his friends. We decided long ago that we would only do family birthdays until the fifth birthday. However, Camden is about to turn three and is now expecting that she will get the same kind of party. So we are doing our best to help her understand. Of course, the usual birthday jealousy comes from one child being jealous of the attention and gifts. Some of these books are great for kids to learn to be respectful that this is someone else's special day.
A Birthday For Frances by Russell Hoban,
illustrated by Lillian Hoban
For the oh-so-common sibling birthday jealousy.
For the oh-so-common sibling birthday jealousy.
When I Feel Jealous (Way I Feel Books) by Cornelia Maude Spelman, illustrated by Kathy Parkinson. This particular book does an excellent job describing a number of different ways that children can feel jealous. For young children who have trouble finding words to express their feelings this is a great book to teach them.
The Berenstain Bears and the Green-eyed Monster by Stan and Jan Berenstain
Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories by Dr. Seuss
All three stories are great tales of humility. They help to show that jealousy is never good.
Sometimes I Feel Awful by Joan Singleton Prestine
A young girl has a day full of different moods. Although she starts out happy, she begins to feel different throughout the day. She does not want to share with her friend and gets upset when he plays with her toys. She learns what she should have said to make her family and friends understand.
Books that are great for new sibling jealousy:
Beautifully illustrated story about Amy, who is not so sure if she likes the new baby. When odd things happen she blames her toy.
Gloria has to share attention with her owner's new doll and this makes her grumpy. The children try to cheer Gloria up (also a wonderful lesson for kids) in this silly story.
Marshmallow by Clare Turlay Newberry
An old classic (Caldecott winner 1943), this is a good one for kids to learn about sharing attention with a new sibling. The story is about a cat and a rabbit, but the lesson is perfect for children to understand the concept of dealing with jealousy.
An old classic (Caldecott winner 1943), this is a good one for kids to learn about sharing attention with a new sibling. The story is about a cat and a rabbit, but the lesson is perfect for children to understand the concept of dealing with jealousy.
Nora makes a lot of noise because she feels neglected. Her attempts for attention are told very simply and are wonderful for even the smallest of children.Buzz Bumble To The Rescue by Lynn E Hazen, illustrated by Jill Newton
Fun illustrations with a bit of humor only adults will pick up on, but still a good book for new sibling jealousy.
Howler by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Neal Layton. This story is reminiscent of Lady and the Tramp. An entertaining look at a dog's view of a new baby in the house.
We love new books at our house - if you love any literature on this topic that didn't make my list, please do share!
Howler by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Neal Layton. This story is reminiscent of Lady and the Tramp. An entertaining look at a dog's view of a new baby in the house.
We love new books at our house - if you love any literature on this topic that didn't make my list, please do share!
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