Mum and Dad have a secret to share!

A baby brother or sister is on the way. Big Sis is over the moon, and looks forward to learning to share.

Promises are made…

“That’s fine,” I said. “I cannot wait

to be a sister, I’ll be great!

Don’t worry, I appreciate

It’s only right to share!”

At school, Big-Sis-to-be puts into practice what she’s promised, but soon discovers sharing is harder than she imagined. It’s only when other family members explain that even as adults you must learn to share, that she begins to truly understand.

Still, it’s not until that moment when her new baby brother gazes up into her face and then she is the only one to save the day, that her true skills in sharing are there for all to see.

A picture book for all young children that will also entertain adults – all about the skill of sharing. The scenes of older family members revealing their own sharing difficulties are hilarious and relatable, and the love between siblings is clear on the page.

With funny and bright illustrations, I Really Want to Share begins with bold promises that are stretched then bended back into reality with baby love.

Sweet and funny.

Author – Simon Philip

Illustrator – Lucia Gaggiotti

Picture Book

(2022, Allen & Unwin, Siblings, New baby, Family, Sharing, Humour, Funny, Birthday, Series, Grandparents, Tired parents)