Bedtime Tales: 3-Minute Take Along Treasury
Take-Along Treasuries Series
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What’s inside...
An enchanting collection of short stories designed to be read aloud to children before bed. Each tale takes just three minutes to read, making them the perfect length for busy parents or for little ones who are just beginning to discover the joy of stories. Get cozy and snuggle up with Bedtime Tales. These enchanting and timeless stories will encourage your children to read-aloud before bed, sending your little ones to sleep with sweet dreams. With a beautiful cover, personalization page, and carry-along handle, young readers will love making this treasury their own while on the go.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
160 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite story tonight and why?
How did the character in the story feel when...?
If you could change one thing in the story, what would it be?
What would you do if you were in the same situation as the character?
Can you think of a time when you felt similar to the character in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause at pivotal moments to let your child predict what might happen next, enhancing their analytical thinking. Use expressive voices for different characters to make the stories more vivid and engaging. After reading, relate the stories to your child’s experiences, fostering deeper personal connections. Ask your child to draw a scene from the story, enhancing their understanding and memory of what was read. Encourage empathy by discussing how the characters might feel and exploring those emotions together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness
Explanation: The stories in 'Bedtime Tales: 3-Minute Take Along Treasury' often feature characters who solve their problems or assist others through acts of kindness.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to apply this by sharing with their peers, helping family members with chores, or being compassionate to animals.
Example Lesson: Value of teamwork
Explanation: Characters in the book collaborate to achieve common goals, demonstrating that working together can make tasks easier and more fun.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice teamwork in group projects at school or in team sports, learning to value each team member's contribution.
Example Lesson: The significance of honesty
Explanation: Several tales revolve around scenarios where characters face consequences for dishonesty, thereby underscoring the importance of truthfulness.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be integrated into a child's life by encouraging them to be honest in their day-to-day interactions and to understand that trust must be cherished.
Example Lesson: Courage to face fears
Explanation: Some stories highlight protagonists who overcome fears or tackle challenges bravely, showing the rewards of facing fears head-on.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to confront their own fears, whether it's trying out for a new sport, speaking in front of class, or sleeping alone in the dark.