Why Do Grown-ups Have All the Fun?

A parent should reach for this book when their child is struggling with bedtime, specifically the feeling of being left out of grown-up evening activities. It perfectly captures the imaginative FOMO (fear of missing out) that can keep little ones awake. The story follows Hannah, a little girl who can't sleep and instead imagines her parents are having a wonderful party without her, playing with her toys, making art with her supplies, and eating all her favorite snacks. The book gently validates a child's curiosity and mild feelings of loneliness before providing a warm, reassuring conclusion that grown-up time isn't nearly as exciting as they think. It’s an ideal, comforting read for preschoolers that turns a common bedtime struggle into a moment for connection and conversation.