“Is sitting there on your bottom getting boring? Has lying around all the time become entirely unacceptable? It is time to learn how to walk!” A baby’s first steps are presented via a tongue-in-cheek coaching session as an unseen narrator urges the youngster down the path to bipedal mobility. “You will need support. This is tricky because sometimes what you think will support you won’t” is paired with an illustration of baby contemplating a range of potential poor choices, from swivel chair to tippy lamp. The pitfalls of the experience are stated conversationally: “It is very common to fall down. Hey, it’s okay. Go ahead and cry if it helps. Feel better now?” This humorous “how-to” picture book manual will appeal to competent walkers who are not far removed from their own toddling stage, and interested caregivers of any age. Readers can’t help but cheer on the baby as it progresses from standing with support, tobalancing independently, to those monumental first steps. (Ages 2–4)

Trying something new is never easy. Like walking, for instance. But aren't you sick of sitting on your bottom day in and day out? Hasn't lying around all the time become a little bit boring? This handy guide, both practical and inspirational, is here to help. With useful tips, common pitfalls, and Marla Frazee's adorable illustrations, this book is perfect for anyone--from a baby to a graduate to a grown-up--who's about to take a scary first step.