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Description
Katie is excited but also nervous about spending the night at her grandparents' house for the first time. As the evening gets darker, her worries grow, and she wonders if she'll ever feel comfortable away from home. Her grandparents help her feel safe with gentle reassurance and simple coping tricks, allowing Katie to relax and enjoy the sleepover. The story gently shows how a child can manage anxiety with the support of loving family.
Quick Summary
Katie's tummy flips the moment she realizes she's going to spend the night at Grandma and Grandpa's, and the book follows her through the small, sweet ways she copes bringing a favorite stuffed animal, counting the funny sounds the house makes, and finding comfort in the familiar smell of grandma's cookies. The story is short enough for brand-new readers to finish in one sitting, yet the gentle humor and warm illustrations keep even reluctant readers smiling the whole way through. Parents will love that it shows a realistic, non-scary way to handle nervousness, turning a potentially stressful sleepover into a cozy adventure that ends with Katie feeling proud of herself. If your kid enjoys stories about tackling everyday fears, this is a perfect next read after something like "The Night I Had to Sleep Over at Grandma's." It's reassuring, quick, and gives kids a little extra confidence the next time they have to sleep somewhere new.