About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling restless at bedtime or struggling to find comfort in their own space. It is a gentle, soothing tale about Horatio, a small stuffed rabbit who simply cannot get comfortable, and his friend James, a teddy bear who tries to help through art and imagination. The story highlights the importance of empathy and the quiet bond of friendship while normalizing the common childhood experience of nighttime tossing and turning. This book is a perfect wind-down read for preschoolers and early elementary children. Through James's patient attempts to draw a bed for his friend, children see a beautiful model of supportive friendship. The soft, delicate illustrations create a calming atmosphere that eases the transition to sleep, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking to lower the energy in the room before lights out.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and safe, focusing on the simple, relatable problem of physical discomfort and the need for rest.
Ideal Reader
A 3 or 4-year-old who is transitioning from a crib to a big-kid bed, or any child who experiences 'the wiggles' or anxiety when it is time to settle down for the night.
