A baby’s life can be pretty tough. This baby would love to join his sister and the other big kids in their active games, but he’s just learning to walk. He bemoans his limited diet, which is due to his lack of teeth. As the baby goes through his day, from waking up with a wet diaper to naptime in his crib, he shares his woes over everything he cannot do and cannot control. Each complaint is followed by a matching classic blues-style response. From his crib he sings, “I’m a baby, / Paying my baby dues / B-A-B-Y, baby, / Got those locked-up baby blues.” Fortunately, he lives in a home with an attentive mother and a loving sister and his blues are quickly diminished with hugs and kisses. A diverse cast of characters and charming illustrations of everyday activities add to the appeal of this book. (Ages 3–7)