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My students LOVED this book! We are big fans of the series of them so adding this to my class list was a no brainer for me! These are always fun to read when we have a theme week, a project to do or just need a fun read to have a s a class.

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A cute picture book about trying to catch a babysaurus that's either going to a be a nuisance or your new best friend. As it's geared towards introducing new siblings to a new baby sibling in a cute way. It's the perfect pre baby gift to parents with older children

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All of these books are so cute.
I think this shows perfectly what happens when an only child is about to become a big sibling. It's gonna be a distraction but you have to catch them. I know the main character is not a human but a dinosaur but it shows a sibling relationship.

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This is a funny take on an older boy getting a new baby sibling. The illustrations are cute, and the story is silly. Kids will love this one.

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Thank you Sourcebooks Wonderland for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. How to Catch. Babysaurus is a cute and silly read that can help kids prepare for a new sibling. The illustrations are bold and eye catching and the cadence is easy for kids to follow.

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What a great new addition to the How to Catch book series! My students will love this one. It would also be an excellent gift for a child that’s expecting a new baby sibling in their home. The introduction of the baby as a “babysaurus” will help kids relate a new family member to something most kids already love (dinosaurs!).

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Our family already owns How to Catch a Daddysaurus and How to Catch a Mamasaurus along with a few other titles from Alica Walstead. How to Catch a Babysaurus is a cute addition to the series, particularly for families expecting a new sibling. The playful comparison between a human baby and a babysaurus adds a fun and imaginative twist that will captivate young readers. The book’s emphasis on action words enhances the excitement, and the illustrations are as engaging as ever, beautifully bringing the story to life.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

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SO FUN! My kids loved this and we have read it together several times already. I cannot wait to get a trophy copy for our library!

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Cute addition to the how to catch series. Would be a great read for kids who love dinosaurs and are expecting a new sibling. Cool spy gear and traps.

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Such a fun and cute book! I love how the author decided to take a familiar topic (for a lot of kids) and add a special spin on it. Combining a relatable event with *dinosaurs* is so clever, and worked really well! Additionally, it was amazing how much personality the author gave to the Babysaurus, even though readers barely see and never "hear from" the character. Lastly, I definitely give lots of credit to the illustrator for the beautiful coloring and vivid detail on each page. Bravo!!

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This would have been so great for when my son was becoming a big brother the first time, but I know it will be on our shelf as soon as he gets promoted again! I love the comparison of a baby to a dino baby, as it feels like there really is a lot in common. This would be a great way to tell a family member or young kid they are getting a sibling while also tying in something they love- dinosaurs. It can show them how exciting it is to get a sibling and fun when you have a best friend. I can't wait for this to publish!

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Thank you to Sourcebooks Kids for the advance copy!

This is a cute children's book that is perfect for families that are welcoming new babies. It includes all sorts of experiences that the new older siblings will experience, and introduces them in a fun and engaging way. The illustrations are so adorable, and the text was easy to understand for young children.

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The authors of these really do a nice job making them silly without being ridiculous. The flow is nice. Each one is a little bit different. My 5yo loves them, and slightly older or much younger readers will appreciate them too.

The illustrations are colorful if not overly exciting. When my daughter was learning to read we took turns reading the words that were written in a silly font or different color, and those are also nice for emphasis.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. I will purchase for my library.

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As we have a brand new baby in the house, this was the best time for receiving the ARC. My children ages 2-8 were all anxious about their new little Babysaurus that was arriving and this book genuinely helped them remember the joy in a new sibling and help the first time big sibling 2 year old, see the excitement in being an older brother and just how not scary a new baby is. And this was all done in a silly and very cute book. The rhyme scheme was kept as normal. The artwork was adorable. I overall completely forgot it was a part of her 'How to Catch's series though it follows the entire premise with the cutest little ending. Hint: He catches the Babysaurus at the end :) Just like a family awaiting a new bundle with an older kiddo will get their very own Babysaurus soon too. I recommend for any family with kids expecting a new little one coming very soon, excited or anxious, I think any kiddo age 2+ will enjoy this book.

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My three boys absolutely cherished this book! I had so much joy hearing their giggles as we turned each page. Such a fun book! I wish I had this when I taught preschool for my library classroom shelf. Wonderfully done!

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Love love love this book. My family and I are already obsessed with all the how to catch my books for our kids! They really enjoy them and I can’t wait for this book to come out so we can buy it for them! The illustrations are always top tier and the story line is so well done! Thanks for the ARC read! 🥰

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The illustration in this books is phenomenal. I read with my toddler and she was pointing out so many details in the pictures and relating the house to our own. It’s very engaging.

The story is cute! The rhyming made the story flow and encouraged my daughter to participate. This would be a very cute story to read a child before a new sibling arrives. It would lend itself so well to a conversation and make a complex topic more approachable for littles.

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book was so adorable! The illustrations are amazing and so beautiful! This book will be an amazing book to share with kids.

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Cute Babysaurus book. The way the story went of all that’s happening in the house,I thought for sure it was going to be a new baby. But the babysaurus moving in is way more fun.

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I read this book with my 5 year old son during bedtime, so I asked for his review. He said, “I love this book! Especially the upstairs part!” I assume he is talking about then Ninfa part, which caused some giggles.

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