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Summary: Anna wants to sleep in mommy and daddy's bed "just one last time." When she fell asleep that night, she set off to find the coziest bed in the world. As she traveled the earth, she met lots of animals who shared their perfect sleeping place. Which would she choose? This picture book story is for children struggling with sleeping in their own bed.
Type of Reading: bedtime story, family reading, anytime reading, read aloud book, middl reader
Recommended Age: 3 to 8
Age of Child: Started reading with child nearly 6 years old.
Little Kid Reaction: Our child liked exploring all of the other creatures' beds ... and deciding for herself how they would feel. We were asked to read this one several nights in a row.
Big Kid Reaction: The story offers a creative way to help kids discover their own space. What struck us in reading the book, though, were the bright vivid colors. One doesn't expect to see lots of orange and pink when imagining a squirrel's bedtime on the forest floor.
Pros: The story offers an engaging, empathetic way for kids to think about finding (or creating) their own cozy spot. The scenes of the dream offer familiar characters and places, making it easy for them to comprehend.