Good Night, Little Bunny: A Changing-Picture Book
What’s inside...
Come with Little Bunny on a nighttime adventure through the forest. Open the flaps to change the pictures along the way, revealing some woodland friends who help Little Bunny conquer his fear of the dark. Adorable illustrations and a heartwarming story combine to make this a perfect book for bedtime.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
14 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Little Bunny dreams about?
Why do you think Little Bunny feels scared when it gets dark?
How do you feel when you see the pictures change as we turn the pages?
What makes Little Bunny feel better and ready for a good night's sleep?
Can you think of a time when you felt like Little Bunny?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think the story is about based on the cover.
Use different voices for each character to make the story more engaging and to help differentiate the characters for your child.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a picture of Little Bunny’s dream or a scene from the book.
Relate the story to your child's own bedtime routine to make the themes of the book more relevant and comforting.
Pause at the changing pictures to give your child time to absorb and talk about what they see and how the story is evolving.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Routine
Explanation: In the book, Little Bunny follows a comforting bedtime routine that helps him settle down for the night.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the significance of having a bedtime routine to help them prepare for sleep, making bedtime a smoother, more pleasant experience.
Example Lesson: Comfort in Familiarity
Explanation: The changing pictures in the book help children visualize the continuity and safety of familiar nighttime rituals.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to find solace in their own daily routines, understanding that predictability can provide comfort and security.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Care
Explanation: Little Bunny receives warmth and affection from his mother, displaying a nurturing family environment.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express love and care towards their family members, fostering emotional connections and empathy from a young age.
Example Lesson: The Power of Imagination
Explanation: The changing pictures also fuel the imagination, showing various night-time scenarios in a magical way.
Real-World Application: This enhances creativity in children, allowing them to explore and create their own imaginative worlds during playtime or storytelling.
Example Lesson: Self-Soothing Techniques
Explanation: Throughout the book, Little Bunny engages in activities that calm him, such as cuddling a soft blanket.
Real-World Application: Children can learn self-soothing techniques such as using a comfort object, aiding in emotional regulation and independence when facing minor stresses or settling to sleep.