OverDrive Read Series
Goodnight Moon
What’s inside...
Share this timeless classic with a new generation of readers!In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room—to the picture of the three little bears sitting on chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one—the little bunny says goodnight.In this classic of children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.
Age
1-4
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Discussion points
What do you think the little bunny in the story might dream about after saying goodnight to everything in the room?
Why do you think it's important for the bunny to say goodnight to all the objects?
How did the room change as the story progressed and it got darker outside?
Which object in the room would you like to say goodnight to first, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a soft, soothing voice to mimic the quiet and calm atmosphere of the night, making the reading experience cozy.
Pause after saying goodnight to each object to allow your child to add their own goodnight wishes or observations.
Encourage your child to point out details in the illustrations, fostering attention to detail and observation skills.
After reading, discuss the nighttime routine of the bunny and relate it to your child’s own bedtime routine, emphasizing the importance of a goodnight’s sleep.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Routine
Explanation: Goodnight Moon illustrates a soothing bedtime ritual where the bunny says goodnight to surrounding objects, reinforcing a calming routine.
Real-World Application: Children can adopt a consistent bedtime routine, boosting their sense of security and easing the transition to sleep.
Example Lesson: Building Vocabulary
Explanation: The consistent repetition of simple words helps young readers learn and retain new vocabulary effectively.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice naming objects in their room, enhancing their language skills and object recognition.
Example Lesson: Fostering Imagination
Explanation: Through the bunny's perspective, the book encourages children to acknowledge and interact with their environment creatively.
Real-World Application: Children can engage in imaginative play by giving personalities or stories to the objects around them, cultivating creativity and emotional expression.
Example Lesson: Understanding Transitions
Explanation: The transition from day to night depicted in the book helps children grasp the concept of daily rhythms and change.
Real-World Application: This understanding can help children cope with and prepare for changes in their own daily routines.
Example Lesson: Practice of Gratitude
Explanation: Saying goodnight to each object can be seen as an expression of thankfulness, a subtle nod towards practicing gratitude.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to express thanks for the day and the people and objects in their lives, fostering empathy and positivity.