Sam's New Sister - (Tales from the Craft Box) by Michelle Olson (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Life in the craft box just hasn't been the same since Sam's new sister arrived. The other buttons only seem to notice Maggie, and Sam is feeling invisible. They don't watch his fancy scooter tricks or look at his new artwork. They're even mad that he refused to share his favorite toy with her. Running away sounds scary, but it's the only way to escape her... unless, of course, she follows him."--Publisher's description.

Book Synopsis

Will Sam's jealousy prevent him from accepting his new little sister as anything but trouble?

Life in the craft box just hasn't been the same since Sam's new sister arrived. The other buttons only seem to notice Maggie, and Sam is feeling invisible. They don't watch his fancy scooter tricks or look at his new artwork. They're even mad that he refused to share his favorite toy with her. Running away sounds scary, but it's the only way to escape her... unless, of course, she follows him.

For those who enjoyed I Used to Be Famous, The New Small Person, and Lulu and Zoey: A Sister Story, this funny spin on sibling rivalry will have your kids captivated.

A cleverly told tale on a familiar theme. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"This book is perfect for those with a child that are having a second and want to tackle the themes associated with jealousy of going from being an only child to now having a sibling."-Lackof_shelf_control (Goodreads)

"With its relatable characters and important life lessons, "Sam's New Sister" is a must-read for families navigating the dynamics of sibling relationships, new beginnings, and life's changes, making it a valuable addition to any child's library." -CinderBelle615 (Goodreads)

"I would recommend as both a book to read aloud to children (because I also found it fun to read) and an emerging reader as the words didn't overwhelm the pages." -Amanda (Goodreads)

"I loved the art style and thought the pictures were so charming! Definitely a good one to have on the shelf if you're bringing a new little one home."-Caroline (Goodreads)

"If you're looking for a feel good story, featuring a great grandbutton, teenagers, and a child's first step towards a sense of responsibility and loving unselfishly, then Sam's New Sister is a great choice."-Maria Rivas-mc (Goodreads)

"Reading this book aloud is sure to put a smile on anyone's face! 5 stars." -Kathleen (Goodreads)

"wow! who knew a button could convey more feelings than most humans! this book is so charming and its sibling rivalry theme will resonate with all ages." -Leona (Goodreads)

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Review Quotes

A button learns that being a big brother is a big deal in Olson's picture book.

Sam is used to being the littlest button in the craft box. Sometimes that's a pain, but it also means Sam gets a lot of

attention for being the smallest. When a new, smaller button-Maggie-is adopted, Sam is frustrated: Maggie copies him,

tries to do things that are too advanced for her, and steals his favorite toy. Sam has no choice-he has to run away. But

when Maggie follows him and almost gets swallowed up by the vacuum cleaner, Sam swings to the rescue ("Sam realized

his sister needed a responsible button to look after her"). New mission established, Sam learns that there are benefits to

no longer being the smallest button in the box. Olson's clever combination of photographed elements and digital drawings

and focus on younger characters will strongly appeal to her readers. She never packs too many words into the page, and

her sentences are simple, letting her art do the heavy lifting of telling the story (Sam's epic rescue, depicted on a wordless

two-page spread, feels both heroic and giggle-worthy). Sam's emotions about being a big sibling are familiar ones, and his

journey from jealous grouch to role model resonates. Maggie is never villainized; she's just young, giving Sam the chance

to grow up gracefully.

A cleverly told tale on a familiar theme. -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)