The Worst Sleepover

heartwarming · relatable · gentle · funny

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What is The Worst Sleepover about?

Jack is thrilled to spend the night at his friend Jem’s house. He cannot wait to play video games and have fun, but Jem seems grumpy and keeps ruining the excitement. As the evening becomes more difficult, Jack must work out what is wrong and decide how to be a good friend. With short chapters, simple language and plenty of illustrations, this gentle story explores friendship, communication and the feelings that can turn an eagerly awaited sleepover into a challenging night.

About the author

Sally Rippin is a much-loved author from Australia who has written over 100 books for children. She is best known for her Billie B Brown and Hey Jack! series, which follow the adventures of two great friends. Sally enjoys making up stories that help children feel brave and confident as they read and grow.