Count to Sleep Naples
Count To Sleep Series
What’s inside...
Count to Sleep Naples is part of the Count to Sleep series, which helps children count to ten using famous landmarks and cultural references from the city of Naples. The book is designed to be a bedtime story for young children, introducing them to the beauty and history of Naples in a soothing, educational manner. Little counters will squeal with delight as they count their way through beautiful Naples, Florida, discovering famous attractions and landmarks including Naples Botanical Garden, Audubon Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples Pier, Lowdermilk Beach, Revs Institute, Naples Zoo, historic Old Naples, and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes. Come join the sandy fun as little sunbathers count their way around Naples, Florida.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of exploring Naples in the book, and why?
Can you count the number of boats you saw on one of the pages? What other things did you see near the boats?
Which place would you like to visit in Naples after reading the book, and what would you do there?
How do you think the children in Naples might spend their day? How is it similar or different from your day?
What colors did you notice in the illustrations of Naples? How do they make you feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive and animated tones when discussing the different scenes in Naples to make the conversation more lively.
Relate the counting elements in the book to daily activities, like counting windows on buildings or cars on the street, to reinforce learning.
Encourage your child to describe the pictures in their own words to foster creativity and verbal skills.
Discuss the cultural aspects shown in the book, such as food or clothing, to broaden your child’s understanding of diversity.
Ask your child to draw a picture of one of the scenes they liked best from the book as a fun follow-up activity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting and Numerical Skills
Explanation: In 'Count to Sleep Naples,' children explore numbers through counting various iconic elements and attractions in Naples.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these skills by counting objects in their surroundings, helping them understand quantities and improve problem-solving.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: The book showcases famous locations and cultural specifics of Naples, introducing young readers to a diverse world.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect different cultures, which can enhance social interactions and global understanding from a young age.
Example Lesson: Geographical Knowledge
Explanation: As children count through the sights of Naples, they also learn about the city's geography and significant landmarks.
Real-World Application: This knowledge can spark curiosity about other places in the world, encouraging exploration and a love for geography.
Example Lesson: Memory Enhancement
Explanation: Repetition of numbers and associated images in the book aids in improving memory recall.
Real-World Application: Improved memory skills can help children in academic settings, making it easier to recall facts and details.
Example Lesson: Visual Recognition
Explanation: The vibrant illustrations help children associate numbers with specific visual elements, enhancing recognition skills.
Real-World Application: Enhanced visual recognition can aid children in identifying and differentiating objects and symbols in everyday life.