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    A Song for My Sister

    Author Lesley Simpson
    Illustrated by Tatjana Mai-Wyss
    Ebook
    RH Childrens Books | Random House Books for Young Readers
    On sale Jun 26, 2012 | 32 Pages | 9780375980046
    Preschool - 1
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    WAAAAA!  When Mira's wish for a sister at long last comes true, she's thrilled—but the new baby isn't exactly what she expected. Who knew someone so little could make so much noise! No matter what Mira or her parents do to soothe or amuse her, the baby's reaction is . . . WAAAAA!

    On the day of her simchat bat, her Jewish naming ceremony, the baby cries--as usual! That is, until Mira steps close to offer her own special gift and the inspiration for her parents' choice of the perfect name.

    Lesley Simpson's tale of a family adjusting to a welcome change is sweet and sassy and very funny. It's a universal story about families and siblings, as well as a glimpse into a lovely Jewish ritual for welcoming baby girls to the family and the community.
    Lesley Simpson View titles by Lesley Simpson
    TATJANA MAI-WYSS was born in Switzerland and has lived in Europe and the United States. She has illustrated many books for children, including Bunny's Book Club, and is also a frequent contributor to Babybug and Ladybug magazines. She won the Giverny Award for Best Science Picture Book for A Tree for Emmy. Tatjana lives in South Carolina with her family. Visit her online at tatjanamaiwyss.com. View titles by Tatjana Mai-Wyss

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    WAAAAA!  When Mira's wish for a sister at long last comes true, she's thrilled—but the new baby isn't exactly what she expected. Who knew someone so little could make so much noise! No matter what Mira or her parents do to soothe or amuse her, the baby's reaction is . . . WAAAAA!

    On the day of her simchat bat, her Jewish naming ceremony, the baby cries--as usual! That is, until Mira steps close to offer her own special gift and the inspiration for her parents' choice of the perfect name.

    Lesley Simpson's tale of a family adjusting to a welcome change is sweet and sassy and very funny. It's a universal story about families and siblings, as well as a glimpse into a lovely Jewish ritual for welcoming baby girls to the family and the community.

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    Lesley Simpson View titles by Lesley Simpson
    TATJANA MAI-WYSS was born in Switzerland and has lived in Europe and the United States. She has illustrated many books for children, including Bunny's Book Club, and is also a frequent contributor to Babybug and Ladybug magazines. She won the Giverny Award for Best Science Picture Book for A Tree for Emmy. Tatjana lives in South Carolina with her family. Visit her online at tatjanamaiwyss.com. View titles by Tatjana Mai-Wyss

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