Books like No Nap by Eve Bunting


No Nap follows the lighthearted efforts of a father as he orchestrates a series of playful, everyday activities in an attempt to get his daughter, Susie, tired enough for her nap time. From imaginative games to quiet moments, each friendly diversion shows the dad’s love and patience. Yet, in the end, the father is left laughing at his own exhaustion, as he realizes that helping a child nap can be just as tiring as the nap itself. The book celebrates the warm, humorous side of bedtime routines in a child‑friendly visual style.
First publish date: September 25, 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eve Bunting
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