Count to Sleep North Dakota
Count To Sleep Series
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What’s inside...
Count to Sleep North Dakota is a children's book that invites young readers on a counting adventure through the state of North Dakota. They explore famous attractions and landmarks such as the Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center, the Dakota Zoo, Knife River Indian Villages, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The book features elements of North Dakota's environment and culture, including bison, serene landscapes, mountain biking, and wildlife. It is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you like most about the places and animals we saw in North Dakota?
How many different animals can you remember from the book, and which one was your favorite?
If you could visit any place we read about in North Dakota, where would you go and why?
What do you think makes North Dakota special after reading this book?
Can you count from one to ten all by yourself? Let’s try together using things we learned in the book!
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by using descriptive words learned from the book.
Use a map to help locate North Dakota and its highlighted places and animals, making the reading experience more interactive.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene or animal from the book, then discuss the drawing using elements from the story.
Relate counting and numbers in the book to everyday items around the house to enhance learning retention.
Read in a calm and soothing voice to make the reading experience enjoyable and reinforce a positive association with learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Counting Skills
Explanation: As the book title suggests, 'Count to Sleep North Dakota' introduces young readers to the concept of numbers and counting through the sights of North Dakota.
Real-World Application: Children can apply counting skills in daily activities, such as counting toys, steps, or even snacks, which helps in enhancing their mathematical thinking from an early age.
Example Lesson: Geographical Awareness
Explanation: The book takes children on a journey across various iconic locations in North Dakota, instilling a sense of place and geographic recognition.
Real-World Application: Kids can recognize and relate to real-world places they visit or see in media, fostering a connection to their environment and a better understanding of their community and world.
Example Lesson: Cultural Appreciation
Explanation: By featuring specific landmarks and culturally significant aspects of North Dakota, the book provides an insight into the state's unique heritage.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect the diversity of cultures around them, which is vital in building social awareness and empathy towards others.