Sleep Like a Tiger
By Mary Logue
The Story
A wide-awake little girl asks her parents whether everything in the world goes to sleep, and finds her own way to settle down warm and strong, like a tiger.
Why It's Special
For the child who stalls at bedtime with one more question and then one more after that, this book meets the stalling with patience instead of a rush to lights-out.
- Big idea: Winding down isn't about forcing sleep — it's about finding your own quiet strength to let go of the day.
- Vibes: Hushed, dreamy, and glowing, with a slow-breathing rhythm that mirrors settling into bed.
Perfect For Kids Who
- ask endless bedtime questions
- respond well to a calm, patient back-and-forth with a parent
- love to pore over detailed, dreamlike pictures
- are working on settling down for sleep on their own
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & imagination: What animals do you think might be sleeping outside right now, like the little girl wondered?
- Real-life connection: What helps you feel warm and cozy when it's time for bed?
- Feelings & empathy: Why do you think the little girl kept asking her parents so many questions instead of falling asleep?
- Imagination: What would it feel like to sleep curled up strong and quiet, like a tiger?
- Art & noticing: What's the most interesting little detail you spotted in the pictures on this page?
