I first read Night Night Mommy to my twin toddlers the other night and they stared at me with those beautiful brown eyes as I read about bath, snuggles, and pajamas.
Bedtime storytime is a regular activity in the Ruffolo home. As a big fan of children’s storybooks — and an aspiring children’s book author — I love to check out the works of different authors and learn from their writing style and choice of words.
Amy Parker’s Night Night Mommy is written from the perspective of a child who narrated the things they – Mom and child – do before the child is finally tucked in bed for a good night’s sleep.
The illustrations by Lee Holland features the Mommy Otter and her child happy and clearly having fun.
There is so much love in this book and you can tell from the choice of words. Typical among children’s books is the usage of rhyme words as young children love rhyme and rhythm, a component of early reading appreciation.
Prior to reading this story, you may start by preparing your children by asking: “What do you see on the book cover? What do you think the story is about?”
Let them predict the next turnout of events.
As you read, don’t forget to run your finger on the text. This would teach them that reading in the English language is from left to right.
Talk about the pictures. Ask them questions in between reading: “What do you see? What do you think will happen?”
Open opportunities for them to talk and discuss the book with them.
In the end, say “Good night” to them and then listen to them say “Good night Mommy” back.
Amy Parker wrote one calming and heartwarming story in Night Night Mommy; one that will now be included in our list of bedtime stories.
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