The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
What’s inside...
Welcome to the quickest bedtime story ever! Your little one will be asleep in seconds. But wait! There are a couple of things you must do first: Have you warmed up your reading voice? And plumped the pillows? What about the teddy bears? Have you organized them yet? Getting ready for a story is serious business, I'll have you know . . . This hilarious and engaging bedtime story will help to settle down even the most restless readers.
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story, and why?
How do you think the character felt when the story quickly moved from one scene to the next?
Can you think of a different ending for the story?
If you could add another character to the story, who would it be and what would they do?
How would you tell a super quick bedtime story about your day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story's pace, ask them how it differs from other bedtime stories.
Discuss the characters' emotions throughout the story to help your child understand and empathize with different situations.
Prompt your child to use their imagination to modify or extend the story, fostering creativity and narrative skills.
Use the story as a fun activity where both you and your child can take turns adding elements or characters to it, enhancing engagement and family bonding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of routine
Explanation: The story emphasizes the nightly bedtime routine through a fun and engaging narrative.
Real-World Application: Children understand the significance of consistency and routine, which can help them manage time and prepare for bed independently.
Example Lesson: The value of simplicity
Explanation: This book, by being the 'quickest' bedtime story, teaches that sometimes simple and brief activities can be deeply fulfilling.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and find joy in simple moments, such as sharing a quick bedtime story with a loved one.
Example Lesson: Creativity in storytelling
Explanation: The concise nature of the story encourages imaginative interpretation and the filling of gaps by the listener.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to be creative and imaginative in their daily play and interactions, potentially leading to storytelling of their own.
Example Lesson: Listening skills
Explanation: Despite its brevity, the story requires attentive listening to grasp and enjoy, emphasizing the importance of listening carefully.
Real-World Application: This skill is crucial in all areas of life, from following instructions at school to engaging in meaningful conversations with others.