In a Blue Room
By Jim Averbeck
The Story
A wide-awake girl insists she can only sleep in a blue room, so her mother brings flowers, tea, and lullaby bells — until moonlight itself swirls in to solve the problem.
Why It's Special
For the child who negotiates bedtime with a list of very specific demands, this is the book that takes those demands completely seriously.
- Big idea: Sometimes the world meets a child's exact wish in ways no parent could plan for.
- Vibes: Quiet, dreamy, and slow-breathing — the visual equivalent of a lullaby.
Perfect For Kids Who
- respond well to a calm, gradual bedtime routine
- are working on settling down when they resist sleep
- love soft, atmospheric artwork
- enjoy stories with a touch of nighttime magic
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What were some of the things Mama brought to help Alice sleep?
- Imagination: Why do you think Alice could only fall asleep in a blue room?
- Real-life connection: Is there something special you need to feel cozy at bedtime?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Mama felt trying so many things to help Alice sleep?
- Imagination: What do you think it would feel like to have moonlight swirl into your room?
