Darcy's First Sleepover

Description

Every night at home, Darcy brushes her teeth with strawberry toothpaste; she snuggles in bed with Little Cat; and she falls asleep to the sound of her dad washing the dishes. But tonight, Darcy is having her very first sleepover! Even though it's at her cousin Kayla's house, it still feels a little daunting. Kayla has peppermint toothpaste, a baby bear named Charlotte, and howling winds outside her window. Darcy misses her dad and her own cozy bedroom. Should she ask her aunt to take her home? With patience, mindfulness, and bravery, Darcy ultimately conquers her fears and savors the excitement of this new experience. A rewarding tale of quiet growth for fans of The Invisible String by Patrice Karst and Wemberly Worries by Kevin Henkes. Christy Ottaviano Books

Julie Fortenberry is the creator of many books for young readers including The Artist and the King, Lily's Cat Mask, and Pearl Goes to Preschool. She is also the illustrator of over a dozen children's books. A graduate of Hunter College's MFA program, Julie has exhibited her work in the Whitney Museum of American Art, among others. She lives in Philadelphia, PA. juliefortenberry.com

A sensitive, empathetic look at one girl's first sleepover success . . . . Way to go, Darcy! --BookPage Darcy's conflicting feelings about her first sleepover feel authentic and are recognizable . . . . A sweet, well-paced tale about a common anxiety. --Kirkus Reviews Sweetly encouraging . . . . A gentle, confidence-boosting volume. --Publishers Weekly A realistic, first-sleepover picture book with a happy ending. --Booklist