I'm a New Big Brother: A Pirate Pete book
Pirate Pete And Princess Polly Series
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What’s inside...
The book follows the character Pirate Pete as he discovers what it means to become a big brother. It's an engaging story that helps children understand and get excited about the arrival of a new sibling. Pirate Pete I'm a New Big Brother is a sound book describing the excitement and fun of having a new sibling. The simple text and colorful illustrations will help little ones understand what happens when a new baby joins the family and how lovely it is to be an older sibling. This book is part of Ladybird's successful Pirate Pete and Princess Polly series, and is the perfect companion to Pirate Pete's Potty book.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-4
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did Pirate Pete feel about becoming a big brother? Can you relate to his feelings?
What are some ways Pirate Pete helped with his new baby sibling? Have you thought about how you could help with a baby?
What are some important qualities of a good big brother or sister that you noticed in the book?
Why do you think it’s special to have a sibling?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about siblings or the idea of having one, mirroring the emotions and scenarios Pete experienced in the book.
Use the illustrations in the book to ask your child to point out activities Pete is doing to help with the baby, discussing the importance of each activity.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by asking about times they felt similar to Pete, fostering a deeper personal connection to the storyline.
Celebrate the role of a sibling by discussing the fun and supportive moments between Pete and his baby sibling, emphasizing the joyful aspects of growing a family.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Change
Explanation: The story follows Pirate Pete as he adjusts to having a new sibling, illustrating the changes and new responsibilities that come with being a big brother.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to view changes in their family dynamics positively, helping them adapt to new situations such as starting a new school or moving to a new home.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Pirate Pete learns to understand and care for his new sibling’s needs, which teaches empathy and compassion.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to be considerate and empathetic towards their siblings and friends, fostering nurturing relationships.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: As a new big brother, Pirate Pete takes on new responsibilities like helping his parents with his sibling, which underscores the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by helping with tasks around the house, taking care of pets or assisting in caring for younger siblings.
Example Lesson: Sharing
Explanation: The book depicts Pirate Pete learning to share his parents’ attention and his toys with his sibling, promoting the value of sharing.
Real-World Application: This can help children grasp the concept of sharing with others, improving social interactions and reducing conflicts.