[close] Welcome to the world! Todd Parr, creator of Underwear Do's and Don'ts, The Feelings Book, This Is My Hair, and many more witty and unique picture books, provides an answer to all those busy, modern, even nontraditional families who want a baby book but can't quite find the time. The first-person style invites children to fill it out themselves (with help, of course). In addition to conventional features--a place for handprint, footprint, lock of hair, birth announcement, photos, etc.--Parr also allots space to record Baby's family (with boxes to check next to "My mom[s]," "My dad[s]," etc.), whether or not Baby has an outie belly button or dimples, the types of silly faces Baby likes to make, and who takes care of her/him when parents are busy. Fill-in-the-blanks, multiple choice questions, and checklists make completing the book easy and, at times, hilarious. "The first time my parents had to be away from me I cried (yes/no), they cried (yes/no), the babysitter cried (yes/no)." Parr's signature vibrant colors and bold pen strokes on his childlike character drawings ensure that this is one baby book that will truly stand out in a crowd. A pocket on the inside back cover can be used to store photos and cards, and a growth chart and stickers are also included. It's unusual, but completely and delightfully functional as a baby book. --Emilie Coulter [close]