Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Fairy
Ten Minutes To Bed Series
What’s inside...
The story follows Poppy, a little fairy with small wings, who embarks on a magical adventure to help a lost gnome find his way back home. Along the way, Poppy encounters various creatures and challenges, all while racing against time to return home before bedtime. This enchanting tale is part of the bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series, designed to help children relax and wind down before bed. The series has sold one million copies worldwide and includes several other magical bedtime stories.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you had ten minutes left before bedtime, just like the little fairy?
How did the fairy feel during her bedtime adventure? Can you describe a time you felt that way?
What are some of your favorite things you saw in the fairy's magical world?
Why is it important for the little fairy to get to bed on time?
How do you think the story would change if the fairy had more or less time before bed?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their own bedtime routine to the fairy’s adventure, making connections between the story and their experiences.
Ask your child to imagine their own magical world and describe it, enhancing their creativity linked to the story’s themes.
Discuss the importance of bedtime and how it helps us, just like it helps the little fairy, to be ready for another day of adventures.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Routine
Explanation: In 'Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Fairy,' the countdown to bedtime subtly emphasizes the importance of nightly routines to help children wind down.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by establishing and following a consistent bedtime routine, aiding in better sleep habits and overall daily structure.
Example Lesson: Time Management
Explanation: The story’s structure around a ten-minute countdown teaches children the concept of time management in a fun and engaging way.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to allocate specific times for their activities throughout the day, enhancing their ability to manage time efficiently.
Example Lesson: Imagination and Creativity
Explanation: The adventures of the little fairy encourage children to use their imagination and immerse themselves in a creative world.
Real-World Application: This can be translated into imaginative playtime, where children use their creativity to invent stories and scenarios, fostering cognitive and social development.
Example Lesson: Listening to Guidance
Explanation: As the little fairy is guided towards bedtime, the theme of listening to parental or guardian guidance is highlighted.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to listen to and trust guidance from parents or guardians, understanding it’s for their wellbeing.
Example Lesson: The Value of Sleep
Explanation: The book culminates with the fairy finally going to sleep, illustrating the rejuvenating power of a good night’s rest.
Real-World Application: Children can appreciate the importance of sleep for their health and energy levels, encouraging them to prioritize sleep.