Families who loved Dawn and the Big Sleepover by Ann M. Martin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is feeling anxious about their first sleepover or struggling with a fear of the dark. In this installment of the classic series, Dawn and her friends notice that several of their young babysitting charges are terrified of staying away from home. To help them overcome these hurdles, Dawn organizes a massive, supervised slumber party designed to turn nighttime fears into a fun, communal adventure. This story beautifully models empathy and creative problem solving for the 8 to 12 age range. It is an excellent choice for parents who want to normalize childhood anxieties while showing their kids how to support friends who might be struggling with confidence.