Families who loved We Eat Dinner in the Bathtub by Angela Shelf Medearis 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 noticing that other families do things differently and they need a playful way to process the idea of 'normal.' It is an excellent choice for a child preparing for a first playdate or sleepover where they might encounter unfamiliar household rules or routines. The story follows a young boy visiting his friend's house, only to discover a series of hilarious reversals: the family eats dinner in the bathtub, sleeps in the kitchen, and studies in the hallway. Through its silly, absurdist lens, the book addresses themes of social flexibility, friendship, and the subjective nature of family traditions. It is perfectly pitched for the 4 to 7 age range, using simple vocabulary to build reading confidence while sparking laughter. Parents will appreciate how it frames 'different' as 'delightful' rather than 'wrong,' making it a fantastic tool for encouraging open-mindedness and reducing social anxiety in young children.
