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In "Maurice Sendak's Seven Little Monsters: Bedtime Story," parents will find a charming and relatable tale about the universal struggle of getting children to bed. The seven lively monsters, true to Sendak's iconic style, are full of energy and resistance when bedtime arrives. Their loving Mama, however, understands their reluctance and uses the power of storytelling to gently guide them into slumber. This book offers a comforting narrative that normalizes bedtime anxieties while celebrating the special bond between parent and child. It's perfect for a cozy read-aloud, providing a gentle transition to sleep.
The Seven Little Monsters love a good story, but they do not like to go to bed! A bedtime story from Mama helps the monsters go to sleep.
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Why do you think the seven little monsters didn't want to go to bed?
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What kind of story do you think Mama Monster told them?
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What helps you feel sleepy and ready for bed?
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Do you ever feel like a 'wild thing' when it's bedtime?
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