Sleep Tight, Little Bear
By waddell-martin
The Story
A young bear finds a cozy new cave all his own and settles in to spend the night there — but under the big moon, he starts wondering if Big Bear is lonely without him.
Why It's Special
For the kid who begs for a room of their own and then calls out for you five minutes after lights-out, this one gets exactly what independence actually feels like at bedtime.
- Big idea: Growing up and needing home aren't opposites — you can want both at once.
- Vibes: Quiet, tender, and moonlit, with the gentle rhythm of a bedtime wind-down.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on sleeping independently
- respond well to a calm, predictable bedtime story
- like to act out finding their own special hideout
- love stories about Big Bear and Little Bear's bond
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: Why do you think Little Bear decided he wanted to sleep in his own cave?
- Feelings & empathy: What do you think Little Bear was feeling when he looked up at the moon all alone?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever wanted to sleep somewhere new, like a tent or a friend's house?
- Imagination: If you could find your own perfect little cave, what would you put inside it?
- Feelings & empathy: Why do you think Little Bear started thinking about Big Bear back home?
