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expectations vs. reality

Books about expectations vs. reality for readers of all ages.

Cover of But I wanted a baby brother!

But I wanted a baby brother!

Kate Feiffer

Ages 4–8sibling relationshipsexpectations vs. reality

Cover of The Princess and the Pony

The Princess and the Pony

Kate Beaton

Ages 4–8humorexpectations vs. reality

Cover of Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner

Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner

Amy Schwartz

Ages 4–7starting schoolindependence

Cover of Gila monsters meet you at the airport

Gila monsters meet you at the airport

Marjorie Weinman Sharmat

Ages 4–8imaginationadventure