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We Are Expecting You

By Barney Saltzberg
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We Are Expecting You by Barney Saltzberg is a delightful children's book that welcomes a new baby into the world with warmth and love. It narrates the excitement and preparations by family and friends as they eagerly await the baby's arrival. With charming illustrations and an inviting narrative, it captures the anticipation and joy that accompanies welcoming a new family member.
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This heartwarming book is perfect for little ones and families who enjoy stories about anticipation and welcoming new members into the family. It celebrates the excitement of expecting someone special and is filled with delightful illustrations that capture the joy and love a family shares as they prepare for a new arrival. If you appreciate charming tales with a message of warmth and inclusiveness, this book might be a lovely addition to your collection.

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From the bestselling author of Beautiful Oops! and I Want to Be Mad for a While, Barney Saltzberg, comes a playful and heartfelt new sibling book! This sweet, lyrical read-aloud shares all the love young siblings feel as they count down the days to their new baby's arrival!

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This sweet, lyrical read-aloud shares all the love young siblings feel as they count down the days to their new baby’s arrival!

Following an adorable young elephant sibling who shares the boundless love and excitement he already has in his heart for this soon-to-be new family member, it’s a touching tribute to the most special relationship siblings have.

Told with Barney Saltzberg’s vibrant, bold artwork and playfully tender text, We Are Expecting You is perfect for expectant families eagerly anticipating the big day.

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We Are Expecting You by Barney Saltzberg is lauded for its simple text and expressive figures, offering a warm and entertaining approach to introducing the concept of a growing family, especially during the anticipation of a new infant's arrival.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781338815191

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Barney Saltzberg
  • Illustrated by Barney Saltzberg
  • Illustrated by Barney Saltzberg

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 206.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 32

Collections

Barney Saltzberg Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Barney Saltzberg has close to 50 picture books published. His books have won numerous awards, including NAPPA Gold Awards, as well as Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews starred reviews. Melinda Gates chose Beautiful Oops! as one of the top three books every child should read. Barney is passionate about working with children, parents, teachers, and organizations on the art of making mistakes and finding play and creativity in our everyday lives.

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