Just Go To Bed

A small critter puts off bedtime any way he can — dodging the bath, fussing over his jammies — until he finally has to admit he's sleepy.

For the kid who negotiates every single step between playtime and pajamas, this is the bedtime standoff played out on the page.

• Big idea: Bedtime stalling is universal — and sleep always wins in the end.
• Vibes: Familiar, funny, a little defiant, and warmly resolved.

• are working on following a bedtime routine
• like to stall and fuss before lights-out
• enjoy seeing their own antics mirrored in a character
• respond well to stories that end in settling down to sleep

• Real-life connection: What do you do to try to stay up past your bedtime?
• Story & problem-solving: What excuses does Little Critter come up with to avoid his bath and jammies?
• Feelings & empathy: Why do you think Little Critter doesn't want bedtime to come?
• Self-awareness: How do you know when you're starting to feel sleepy, like Little Critter?