Caroline Crocodile does not like her baby brother because he is smelly, dribbly, and takes up all the space on Mama's lap. While her mother exchanges a hat, Caroline gets the idea to exchange her brother. Unfortunately, the babies at the baby store are not quite right. She gets a panda that's a fussy eater, an elephant that is too squirty, and twin tigers that are too much. Maybe her baby brother is just right after all? The illustrations that accompany the playful text are colorful and expressive, and while the humor of this story will not be lost on anyone, readers will be comforted that, at the book's conclusion, Mama still has a big kiss for Caroline, despite her penchant for trade-ins. Full of humor and heart, this will especially please older siblings. Watch their giggles grow to belly laughs.

PreS-K Caroline Crocodile is not at all fond of her baby brother and can't understand why Mama Crocodile spends her time on him. One day, while her mother goes to a hat shop to make an exchange, Caroline spies The Baby Shop and sets out to make an exchange of her own. She trades her sibling for a series of other baby animals, including a panda, an elephant, and twin tigers. But each swap presents unexpected problems, and she is left with just one conclusion that her baby brother is the right choice for her. Joyner's bright, busy illustrations evoke the work of Bernard Waber and H.A. Reya perfect fit for the timeless, classic feel of Ormerod's text. Giggles will ensue as the ridiculousness escalates. VERDICT Whether used one-on-one or in storytime, this engaging story will tickle kids' funny bones. Kathleen Kelly MacMillan, Carroll County Public Library, MD