Nighty Night Narwhal
What’s inside...
Nighty Night Narwhal follows the story of a little narwhal named Nolan who embarks on a nocturnal adventure in the ocean. As Nolan explores the sea at night, he encounters various sea creatures and experiences the world of bedtime routines in the aquatic environment. Despite his attempts to avoid bedtime, humorous situations such as dealing with thirst, hunger, imaginary sea creatures, and discomfort keep him awake. With soothing, rhyming text and whimsical illustrations, this padded board book aims to transform bedtime resistance into a journey of laughter and eventually lead to sweet, soothing dreams.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-4
Length
18 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Narwhal felt when the night arrived?
What do you think makes Narwhal's underwater world special?
Why is it important for Narwhal to say goodnight to all his friends?
What are some ways you like to say goodnight?
Can you imagine what adventures Narwhal might have in his dreams?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the story more immersive and fun.
Pause after key moments in the story to allow your child to absorb the details and settings.
Relate the story to your child's bedtime routine to foster connections between the book and their own experiences.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stands out to them.
Prompt your child to guess what might happen next in the story, fostering their imagination and prediction skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of a bedtime routine
Explanation: In 'Nighty Night Narwhal', Narwhal follows a consistent bedtime routine that helps him wind down and prepare for sleep.
Real-World Application: Children can adopt a regular bedtime routine, making it easier to transition into sleep, which is essential for their growth and health.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the story, Narwhal interacts with friends, showing the importance of social connections in his daily life.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to nurture friendships and understand how vital social interactions are for emotional support and happiness.
Example Lesson: Embracing individuality
Explanation: Narwhal's unique characteristics are celebrated in the book, teaching children to appreciate what makes them and others special.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace their own unique traits and appreciate diversity among their peers, fostering an accepting and inclusive environment.
Example Lesson: Learning through exploration
Explanation: As Narwhal prepares for bed, he explores his surroundings, learning from the environment.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be curious and explore the world around them, which can lead to a lifelong love of learning.