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Sleepytime for baby mouse (Teddy Board Books) by Margaret Hopkins

by Margaret Hopkins

Book Details

Publisher:Price Stern Sloan
Published:1985
Pages:8
Format:board book
Language:English
ISBN:0448408759

Reading Info

Age Range:1-3

About This Book

Mommy and Daddy help Baby Mouse get ready for bed. On board pages.

Our Review

This gentle bedtime story follows a familiar nighttime routine as Mommy and Daddy Mouse help their little one prepare for sleep, from putting away toys to a final goodnight kiss. The simple, comforting narrative mirrors real-life toddler bedtime rituals, making it an ideal wind-down book for the one- to three-year-old crowd. Sturdy board pages withstand enthusiastic handling by small hands, while the soft, dreamy illustrations create a calm visual atmosphere perfect for settling down. Parents will appreciate how the story naturally guides children through each step of getting ready for bed.

What sets this apart is its focus on the loving involvement of both parents in the bedtime process, offering a reassuring portrayal of family care. The minimal text and repetitive structure support early language development while reinforcing the security of nightly routines. Little ones who resist bedtime may find comfort in seeing Baby Mouse complete the same activities they experience each evening. This quiet story successfully captures the peaceful transition from day to night, making it a valuable addition to any toddler's sleepytime book collection.

Themes

Bedtime

Subjects

Bedtime