My grandson's birthday reminded me how important it is to included books as we celebrate important milestones in a child's life. While we think of birthdays as a fun time, there can be lots of stress for children- not getting what they want, sharing their toys, and just the excitement of the day. If you want to help your child/children understand the celebration or just want a book to help celebrate try some of these:
Froggie Bakes a Cake by Jonathan Lumber - Froggie and his dad plan a celebration of mom's birthday.
It's My Birthday by Pat Hutchins -The main charachter in this story doesn't want to share.
Happy Birthday, Jamela! by Niki Daly- Jamela is disappointed with the shoes she gets for her birthday.
Happy Birthday, Dear Duck by Eve Bunting with illustrations by Jan Brett. The desert animals plan a special birthday for Duck.
Birthday Monsters by Sandra Boynton is a a fun book that both you and your child will enjoy.
Birthday Bugs by David Carter is another just for fun birthday book.
For older preschoolers:
Some Birthday! by Patricia Polacco. In Some Birthday!, the little girl thinks everyone has forgotten her birthday, but is treated to a special party in the end.
Happy Birthday to You, You Belong in a Zoo by Diane DeGroat- Gilbert is invited to a party, but decides to give a frying pan for a present.
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