Good Night, Reindeer
What’s inside...
Christmas is coming and it's time to get a full night's rest at the North Pole. Santa checks in on all his reindeer to make sure they're tucked in for the night. All the lights are out, except one . . . Good night, Rudolph! Told in simple rhyme, this is a perfect bedtime story for children who just can't wait for Christmas morning.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the reindeer felt when it was time to sleep? Can you relate to any of those feelings?
What are some ways the reindeer prepared for bed? How do we prepare for bed at our house?
Why is it important for everyone, including reindeer, to get a good night's sleep?
What dreams might the reindeer have after their long night of work?
If you could say goodnight to the reindeer, what would you tell them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a calm and soothing voice when discussing the bedtime routines of the reindeer to help convey the peaceful mood of the book.
Relate the reindeer’s bedtime routine to your child’s by drawing parallels, which can make the story more relevant and understandable.
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about sleep and rest, validating their emotions as you discuss the story.
Ask your child to imagine and describe a dream they think a reindeer might have, enhancing their creative thinking.
Finally, after discussing, encourage your child to say goodnight to their favorite parts of the day or their favorite toys, mimicking the book’s theme of settling down for sleep.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of routines
Explanation: The book illustrates a bedtime routine for the reindeer, highlighting the comfort and security that routines bring.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to their own bedtime routines, understanding the importance of ending their day calmly and preparing for rest.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Each reindeer has a specific role in preparing for Christmas, showcasing how working together helps achieve great results.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to cooperate with others at school or in sports, seeing how each team member's contribution is vital.
Example Lesson: Empathy and caring
Explanation: The story shows how Santa cares for each reindeer, making sure they are ready for the big night, teaching kindness and consideration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing empathy and caring in their interactions with family members and friends.
Example Lesson: The joy of giving
Explanation: As the reindeer help Santa deliver gifts, the book highlights the happiness found in bringing joy to others.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn the value of altruism and generosity, being encouraged to share and give to others in their community.