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Summary: A very nice book but for a little bit older child
Review: I love this story but my son is only 16 months and it doesn't hold his attention as well as some of the other books we bought ("I'm a Big Brother," "The New Baby") to prepare him for becoming a big brother. The story is just beautiful and it reads very well; he's just not interested in it. I think if he was a little older, he might like it better.
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Summary: The absolute best of the new sibling books!
Review: Many of our friends and family are in the time of life when the families are expanding, so a book to soften the blow to a newly de-throned older sibling is just the thing. When we visit a family with a present for a new baby, I ALWAYS make sure I have this book in hand for the older child. The only thing I vary is which version I give (hardcover, paperback and board book based on the age of the child).
The book is full of incredibly beautiful images of a simple life with text that is rhythmic and flowing. It exudes love and caring without being smothering or indulgent. It reinforces the idea that a new sibling, rather than being an annoyance, actually adds to the joy that is family life!
It is, far and away, the best of the books I have seen on the subject and I've looked at dozens! We even have several that were given to my son when my daughter was born, however, this is the only one that stayed in our reading repertoire. The children still sometimes go back to it (and mine are 6 and 8 now). "There's always room... on Mother's lap" was nearly a mantra in our house for a number of years!
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Summary: Gentle and Loving!
Review: My daughter is 11 months old and loves this book read to her. The rythmic phrase "back and forth" catches her attention and helps her focus in on each scenario. I borrowed this book from the library, but now I want to purchase it! Have fun reading this book to your baby!
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Summary: A Great Book for families expecting a second child
Review: My mother bought me this book when I was about 18 months old in preparation for my new sister being born. The book explains alot about sharing and that there is always enough room for everyone. I enjoyed this book as a kid and I am purchasing it for my niece who has a one year old younger brother.
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Summary: Heartwarming!
Review: On Mother's Lap has been a favorite book of my six year old daughter's for years. As one of four children, she often struggles with the fact that I must divide my time-- even my snuggle time with her brothers. I'm ordering several copies today for gifts and to replace our own well-loved copy. On Mother's Lap is a keeper that will go into my daughter's "Treasurer Box" to read to her own children some day.
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Summary: Wonderful for expectant parents and their first born child
Review: The story is a touching reminder that older kids need attention from their parents, especially when there is a new arrival in the home. My older child likes to act out the story by having the baby join us for story time.
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Summary: Good Ol' Mom
Review: This adorable book tells the simple story of a little boy who not only wants to be on Mother's lap (but not little brother!), he wants to pile all his favorite things on her, too. It happens to be set in an Alaskan village, and some items in the room are of interest for those children learning about Alaska. The Mother in the book is very patient and wise, and lets her boy know that "There's always room on Mother's lap." A very sweet and loving book.
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Summary: Good Ol' Mom
Review: This adorable book tells the simple story of a little boy who not only wants to be on Mother's lap (but not little brother!), he wants to pile all his favorite things on her, too. It happens to be set in an Alaskan village, and some items in the room are of interest for those children learning about Alaska. The Mother in the book is very patient and wise, and lets her boy know that "There's always room on Mother's lap." A very sweet and loving book.
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Summary: The absolute best of the new sibling books!
Review: This book tells the story of a little boy who, while curled on his Mother's lap, wants to bring all sorts of other objects up with him... until the baby wants to be included. Of course, there's "always room on Mother's lap" which the little boy finds is not only true but a pleasant experience for him as well.I love the restful illustrations and the ethnic items the young boy wants to have with him on mom's lap. The overall story is one of sweet acceptance and a perfect read for a young older sibling.
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Summary: Beautiful Story and Illustrations
Review: This book tells the story of a little boy who, while curled on his Mother's lap, wants to bring all sorts of other objects up with him... until the baby wants to be included. Of course, there's "always room on Mother's lap" which the little boy finds is not only true but a pleasant experience for him as well. I love the restful illustrations and the ethnic items the young boy wants to have with him on mom's lap. The overall story is one of sweet acceptance and a perfect read for a young older sibling.
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