Stop That Yawn!

Name: Stop That Yawn!
ISBN: 9781481441797

For parents navigating bedtime battles, this whimsical story turns the dreaded yawn into a hilarious, town-wide adventure, making winding down playful and fun.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when the nightly bedtime routine has become a battle of wills. It’s perfect for the child who insists “I’m not tired!” despite a face-splitting yawn. This story transforms that moment of tired friction into a whimsical adventure. A little girl named Gabby lets out a yawn so big it escapes and goes on a tour of the town, making everyone and everything sleepy. Gabby and her fun-loving Granny must chase it down and bring it home. The book uses humor and imagination to reframe sleepiness not as something to fight, but as a playful force to be wrangled, making it a wonderful tool for winding down together.

Humor Joy & Gratitude Creativity & Imagination Fantasy & Magic Love & Family Teamwork & Collaboration Animals

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

A whimsical, low-stakes chase scene to catch a runaway yawn. Not scary at all.

Sensitive Topics

None. The story is secular and fantastical, with no sensitive topics addressed.

Ideal Reader

A 3 to 6-year-old with a big imagination who struggles with the transition to bedtime. This child likely responds well to humor and games, and may see bedtime as a boring chore. The book is perfect for reframing the feeling of being tired as something fun and adventurous rather than a restriction.