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Dear Baby,: A Love Letter to Little Ones

by Paris Rosenthal (text) & illus. by Holly Hatam
HarperCollins. Sept. 2020. 40p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9780063012721.
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PreS–A book that addresses babies directly, reminding them that life will have ups and downs, joy and learning, while showcasing positivity and warmth, and endowing them with the confidence to be ready for anything that the world may throw at them. This inspirational self-help book is a heartwarming ode to babies from many ethnic groups; every page depicts a variety of activities, including playing, painting, crawling, and more. Rosenthal wants them to know that mistakes will happen but not to let that define them, that it’s important for them to spread their wings and listen to others.
VERDICT A great introduction for toddler story hours, and a sweet additional purchase for collections geared to lapsitters and the smallest listeners.
Reviewed by Annmarie Braithwaite, New York P.L., New York City , Aug 07, 2020

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