Shh. The Baby is Asleep: Your favourite baby animals bedtime story.
What’s inside...
Baby Kangaroo, Baby Giraffe, Baby Penguin, Baby Bear, where do you sleep? As your little one settles down for the night, share this delightful bedtime story about baby animals who are also settling to sleep. A perfect book which is fun to read as your child gets ready for bed. Ideal for beginner readers, it includes sentence repetition and easy to read words. The beautiful illustrations will delight the imagination as children discover the diverse ways that different animals sleep. Positive, with soothing colours, warm night skies and cute baby animals, it is perfect for encouraging little ones to settle down in a peaceful frame of mind, calm and ready for sleep.; Baby Kangaroo, Baby Giraffe, Baby Lion, Baby Bear, where do you sleep? As your little one settles down for the night, share this delightful bedtime story about baby animals who are also settling to sleep. A perfect book which is fun to read as your child gets ready for bed. Ideal for children with sleep difficulties it shows everyone needs to sleep. Ideal for beginner readers, it includes sentence repetition and easy to read words. The beautiful illustrations will delight the imagination as children discover the diverse ways that different animals sleep. Positive, with soothing colours, warm night skies and pictures of baby animals asleep, it is perfect for encouraging little ones to settle down in a peaceful frame of mind, calm and ready for sleep. Which will be your child’s favourite baby animal?
Discussion points
What was your favorite baby animal in the story and why?
How do you think the animals felt when they were trying to fall asleep?
What are some ways we can help each other have a peaceful bedtime?
Why is it important for everyone, even animals, to get good sleep?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone feel calm and sleepy?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin the conversation by sharing your own favorite part of the book to make your child feel comfortable expressing their thoughts. Use expressive questions to explore emotions and lessons within the story, emphasizing empathy and the importance of rest. Encourage your child to relate personal experiences with the story's themes to deepen their understanding and connection. Wrap up by discussing the importance of nighttime routines, taking cues from the book to incorporate into your own bedtime rituals.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Quietness
Explanation: The story showcases various baby animals getting ready for bed, emphasizing the need to be quiet to not disturb others.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be considerate of others' need for quiet during rest times, such as naptime at school or when siblings are sleeping.
Example Lesson: Routine and Order
Explanation: Each animal follows a specific bedtime routine in the story, which helps them settle down for the night.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of having a routine to prepare for bedtime or other activities that require calmness and focus.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The book illustrates how different baby animals have unique ways and timings to fall asleep, encouraging understanding and empathy among young readers.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by acknowledging and respecting differences in routines and habits of others around them, be it at home or school.