There is nothing like the first experience of having a child, a life-changing experience that completely transforms the meaning of love. While all babies in the family are special, a new sibling can be an especially challenging emotional transition for the firstborn, and this unique story addresses those insecurities head-on in a most gentle and lyrical way. You Were the First is also a touching tribute to any baby's early milestones--those unforgettable moments that will always be cherished. From first smiles to first cuddles and even to that first kiss, here's a loving ode to every child's--and parent's--momentous "firsts."
Stephanie Graegin is the illustrator of Don't Feed the Baby, Water in the Park, Happy Birthday, Bunny! and several other books. She studied fine arts at the Maryland Institute College of Art, and went on to attend the Pratt Institute, where she received a master of fine arts in printmaking. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. You can visit her online at www.graegin.com.
"New parents will appreciate this tender celebration of the parent-first baby bond that grows as fast as the little one does."
--Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Who Loves Me?:
"MacLachlan's cozy, comforting dialogue meanders like a song. A warm and lyrical selection." --School Library Journal
Praise for Painting the Wind:
"The prose flows with the relaxed rhythms of summer. Evocative descriptions bring life and individuality to each artist." --School Library Journal