Good Night Baby Dragons
Good Night Our World Series
What’s inside...
Good Night Baby Dragons explores the whimsical world of baby dragons, engaging young readers in the daily activities of these mythical creatures, from playing with knights and princesses to breathing fire and soaring through the night sky. The book takes readers on a magical journey to say goodnight to various types of dragons, helping them settle down for bedtime. It features diverse dragons such as mountain, coastal, underwater, and Chinese dragons, among others. Being part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, it introduces children to a fantasy world filled with mythical beasts and takes them on a lifetime adventure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-2
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think baby dragons dream about when they go to sleep?
How do you think the baby dragons felt when they said 'good night'?
Can you imagine having a baby dragon as a pet? What would you do together before bedtime?
Why is it important for everyone, even baby dragons, to get a good night's sleep?
If you could say good night to a baby dragon, what would you tell them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use different voices for each dragon character to make the reading more engaging and fun.
Encourage your child to describe their own bedtime routine and compare it with the baby dragons’ routines in the book.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene or character from the book.
Discuss the importance of sleep and how it helps us grow strong, just like the baby dragons.
Invite your child to imagine and talk about what kind of adventures the baby dragons might have during the day.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Care
Explanation: The book shows baby dragons being cared for and loved by their parents, teaching children the importance of nurturing relationships.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing kindness and empathy towards their friends and family members.
Example Lesson: Routine and Stability
Explanation: Through the bedtime routines of the baby dragons, the book highlights the importance of a consistent routine in providing comfort and stability.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the value of their own bedtime routines, fostering a sense of security and aiding in better sleep habits.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The baby dragons explore their world with wonder and excitement, encouraging young readers to be curious and enthusiastic about learning new things.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore the world around them, ask questions, and learn from their everyday experiences.
Example Lesson: Imagination and Creativity
Explanation: The whimsical settings and characters allow children to stretch their imaginations, promoting creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can engage in creative activities like drawing, storytelling, or imaginative play, using the book as a jumping-off point for their own creative endeavors.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of Differences
Explanation: By presenting a variety of dragon families, the book subtly teaches the acceptance of different family structures and individualities.
Real-World Application: This lesson prepares children to embrace diversity in their interactions at school, in the playground, and beyond by recognizing and respecting that everyone's family can look different.