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You Were the First

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You Were the First

By: Stephanie Graegin - illustrator, Patricia MacLachlan
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From a Newbery Medal-winning author comes a contemporary classic that's perfect for new parents as well as families with new siblings on the way.
You were the first to smile. You were the first to cry. You were the first to lift your head, to look at the trees and flowers and sky.

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."

©2025 Stephanie Graegin (P)2025 Little, Brown Young Readers
Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction

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“New parents will appreciate this tender celebration of the parent-first baby bond that grows as fast as the little one does.”

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"A touching celebration for firstborns."—School Library Journal

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