This was such a cute book! It was hilarious because it voices the thoughts an infant might posess if he/she were able to have complex thoughts and write them down. The baby keeps a journal and writes down his thoughts on many firsts that he sees in the world, many of which include his sister. My favorite part is when the baby writes, "Kindergarteners get to study advanced subjects like pasta art, Friendship Corner, and the hardest one of all: sitting still for a full minute with hands folded." The journal entries made me think about my days in kindergarten and the things I did with my younger brother after he was born. This book is very unique because it's told from the point of view of the baby. It is rare to see a book written in journal form that has complex thoughts by a baby. The style of writing the author chose to write this book in makes it hilarious. It's interesting that a few of the journal entries include lists that are bulleted. A teacher could use this book to show students how to write a journal. Students may not know that lists are a form of writing that they can use to express their ideas.
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