Count to Sleep Boston
Good Night Our World Series
What’s inside...
Count to Sleep Boston is part of the Good Night Our World series, which helps children say goodnight to beloved locations around the world. This installment takes young readers on a bedtime tour of Boston's iconic landmarks and attractions, counting each one as they prepare for sleep. Children will delight in counting through famous attractions and historic landmarks such as the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, rowers on the Charles River, Swan Boats, Boston Common, New England Aquarium, Fenway Park, Boston Public Library, Museum of Science, and Boston Marathon runners. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which explores iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of exploring Boston in the book, and why?
Can you name some differences and similarities between where we live and Boston?
How many new things did you learn about Boston from this book?
Why do you think counting different things in the city could be fun or useful?
If you could visit any place in Boston from the book, where would you go first and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
While reading, pause on pages with new locations and ask your child to imagine what it might be like to visit there.
Encourage your child to count along with the book, reinforcing both their counting skills and their engagement with the story.
Discuss the illustrations with your child, asking them to describe what they see and how it makes them feel about Boston.
After reading, use a map to help locate Boston and the specific places mentioned in the book to provide geographical context.
Create a simple drawing or craft project inspired by a favorite scene or location from the book to deepen the connection with the content.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and number recognition
Explanation: The book guides children through counting various iconic landmarks and objects associated with Boston.
Real-World Application: Children will be able to apply these counting skills in day-to-day activities, improving their mathematical understanding at an early age.
Example Lesson: Cultural awareness
Explanation: By featuring famous sites and symbols of Boston, children learn about significant places and pieces of history.
Real-World Application: This exposure helps children appreciate diversity and foster curiosity about different cultures and locations, encouraging exploration and learning.
Example Lesson: Improving memory skills
Explanation: Repetition of numbers and corresponding images helps to reinforce memory and recall abilities.
Real-World Application: Children can use these enhanced memory skills in academic settings and everyday tasks like remembering lists or instructions.
Example Lesson: Sense of community
Explanation: The book’s focus on a specific city helps children understand the concept of community and belonging.
Real-World Application: This knowledge encourages children to take an active interest in their own community, participating in local events or learning more about their own city’s landmarks.