Bear Can't Sleep

Reach for this book when your child is tossing, turning, or feeling anxious about the fact that they are the only ones still awake. This story captures the specific frustration of 'trying' to sleep while everyone else seems to be doing it effortlessly. Through rhythmic, soothing verse, the story follows Bear as he struggles to hibernate, even as his forest friends visit to offer comfort, tea, and lullabies. It is an ideal choice for preschoolers and early elementary children who experience nighttime restlessness or fear of missing out. Rather than focusing on the mechanics of sleep, it emphasizes the warmth of community and the idea that being awake is okay because your loved ones are looking out for you. Parents will appreciate how the repetitive refrain acts as a verbal 'weighted blanket' to help lower a child's energy level before the final page.