Kiss Good Night
By Amy Hest
The Story
On a stormy night on Plum Street, a little bear cub named Sam stalls his bedtime with a story, a tucking-in, and warm milk — but something important is still missing.
Why It's Special
For the little one who always has one more thing before lights-out, this is the bedtime stall taken to its cozy, familiar conclusion.
- Big idea: Bedtime routines matter, but it's the small rituals of love — not the checklist — that actually settle a child down.
- Vibes: Hushed, warm, and rain-on-the-window cozy.
Perfect For Kids Who
- respond well to a predictable bedtime structure
- like to stall just one more minute before sleep
- enjoy gentle parent-and-child stories
- are soothed by quiet, repetitive language
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story details: What did Mrs. Bear do to get Sam ready for bed?
- Real-life connection: What do you need before you're ready to fall asleep?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Sam felt while he waited for his kiss?
- Imagination: What do you think the storm outside sounded like from Sam's warm bed?
