Families who loved Fancy Nancy and the Late, Late, Late Night by Jane O'Connor 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 starts negotiating for a later bedtime or believes that being a big kid means skipping out on sleep. It is a perfect tool for addressing the natural consequences of staying up late without resorting to a lecture. Nancy is thrilled to stay up past her bedtime to finish a book, but she quickly discovers that being exhausted makes her favorite activities, like school and playing with friends, much less glamorous. The story beautifully balances Nancy's signature fanciness with a very relatable struggle. It highlights the importance of self-regulation and personal responsibility, showing children that sleep isn't just a rule parents make up, it is what fuels our fun for the next day. It is ideal for preschool and early elementary children who are beginning to assert their independence but still need guidance on how their choices affect their physical well-being.
