You Are Getting Sleepy
What’s inside...
Lull your little one to sleep with this adorable bedtime board book, about a wide-awake baby who does not want to go to sleep! Tick-tock, peek at the clock. It’s time to sleep, sweet baby. First a bath to soak…relax. Are you getting sleepy? A calming bedtime tune for all those wide-awake babies, this board book is about to become a favorite step of your sleepytime routine. Take your little one through the motions of bedtime, from bathtime to jammies and kisses galore. Featuring gentle text from author Lori Alexander, and joyful, colorful, tender illustrations from illustrator Monica Mikai, this board book is just-right for bedtime, every time!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the different characters in the book feel when they were trying to fall asleep?
What are some things that help you relax and get ready for bed, just like in the story?
Why do you think sleep is important?
Can you think of a time when you felt just like one of the characters in the book? What happened?
What would you do if you had trouble falling asleep like the characters did?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own bedtime routine and asking your child about theirs.
Encourage your child to talk about their feelings and thoughts by relating them to the characters’ experiences in the book.
Discuss the importance of a good night’s sleep and how it helps us grow, learn, and feel happy.
Use the illustrations in the book to talk about different bedtime scenes and ask your child to describe what they see and how it makes them feel.
Help your child connect the story to their own life by asking them to think of times when they felt similar to the characters and what helped them overcome those feelings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Routine
Explanation: In 'You Are Getting Sleepy,' the story demonstrates the significance of maintaining a consistent bedtime routine to help the characters feel calm and ready for sleep.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by developing their own bedtime routines, such as brushing their teeth and reading a book before sleep, which can promote better sleep habits and overall well-being.
Example Lesson: Value of Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters cooperate to help each other prepare for bedtime, showing that teamwork can make challenging tasks easier and more enjoyable.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches kids the importance of helping family members and friends in their daily life, fostering a spirit of cooperation and empathy.
Example Lesson: Embracing Calmness
Explanation: The narrative encourages behaviors that lead to relaxation, such as deep breathing and thinking peaceful thoughts, which are essential in preparing for a good night’s sleep.
Real-World Application: Children can use these techniques to manage stress or anxiety they encounter during the day, helping them to remain calm and focused in various situations.
Example Lesson: Listening Skills
Explanation: Characters in the book listen to each other's needs and bedtime wishes, which is pivotal in creating an atmosphere of respect and understanding.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to practice active listening in their interactions, which can improve their communication skills and relationships.