Say Goodnight, Little Tractor
Little Vehicles Series
What’s inside...
A charming bedtime story that follows a little tractor as it finishes up the day's work and gets ready for bed, teaching young readers about the importance of rest after a day of adventure and play. Help Little Tractor to say goodnight to the farm in this gentle, interactive bedtime board book. This gentle, rhyming story follows Little Tractor as he chugs through the farm and travels home to bed. Along the way, the reader is invited to say, sing or kiss goodnight to all the creatures on the journey. This peaceful, snuggly bedtime story is ideal for sharing with your toddler and for building bonds.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Little Tractor dreams about after saying goodnight?
How do you feel when you say goodnight to your toys, just like Little Tractor does?
Why is it important for Little Tractor to rest at night?
Can you imagine other adventures Little Tractor might have during the day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own bedtime routine, fostering a deeper connection with Little Tractor's experiences.
Ask the child to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stands out to them, enhancing their recall and narrative skills.
After reading, prompt your child to draw a picture of Little Tractor in a new adventure, supporting creative thinking and artistic expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of routine
Explanation: The story of 'Say Goodnight, Little Tractor' emphasizes the significance of following a nightly routine. As Little Tractor finishes up the day's work and prepares for bed, the book showcases a comforting and consistent bedtime ritual.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by establishing their own bedtime routines, which can help them wind down and prepare for a restful sleep, enhancing their overall sleep quality and mood.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Throughout the book, Little Tractor is shown completing various tasks around the farm, displaying a strong sense of responsibility and work ethic.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to take responsibility for their own tasks, such as tidying up toys or helping with simple household chores, fostering a sense of accomplishment and self-reliance.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of nature
Explanation: As the story unfolds, Little Tractor interacts with different elements of the farm environment, highlighting the beauty and importance of the natural world.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to explore and appreciate their own environment, whether through gardening, playing outside, or learning about local wildlife, which can enhance their observational skills and appreciation for nature.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The book illustrates how Little Tractor works in tandem with other farm equipment and animals to accomplish tasks, promoting the value of cooperation and teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can use this lesson to improve their collaborative skills in group activities at school or in sports, understanding that working together can achieve great results.