{"product_id":"how-to-catch-some-zzzs-9781452168371","title":"How to Catch Some Zzzs","description":"\u003cb\u003eA sweet and funny picture book \"manual\" to help children create a nighttime ritual, settle down to sleep, and catch their elusive Zzzs.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt's bedtime! But what if you don't feel ready to go to sleep? What can you do to catch your Zzzs? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Perfect for not-so-sleepyheads, this fun read-aloud shows kids simple steps (in delightful alphabetical order) to settle down, get ready for bed, and find their way to dreamland. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGOODNIGHT, GOODNIGHT: Sometimes, it's as simple as a bath and a bedtime story. Sometimes it's not! At some point, every parent or caregiver faces the dilemma of how to help a child learn to go to sleep. This relatable and charming take on what to do when a child's \"Zzzs go missing\" offers a fun step-by-step approach to an age-old dilemma. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e A DIFFERENT KIND OF BEDTIME BOOK: Sleep instruction guides, nursery rhymes, classic sleepytime children's books--there are many bedtime books to choose from. But this is one that offers a rare mix of being fun to read and also truly helpful in guiding kids to establish a successful bedtime ritual. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e JUST RIGHT FOR YOUNG LISTENERS: In addition to soothing sleep anxiety, the read-aloud text introduces active verbs and language patterns--ideal for boosting early cognitive development. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ABC OF ZZZS: The narrative begins with an instruction to \"ACT like everything is normal\" and \"BRUSH your teeth.\" It then proceeds through the alphabet until it reaches the elusive Zzzs everyone's been waiting for! A bit of light alphabet fun adds an extra layer to this instructive and entertaining bedtime book. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for an engaging bedtime book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Teachers, librarians, and storytime readers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Gift-giving for toddler birthday or baby gift for new parents \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of children's bedtime classics like \u003ci\u003eGoodnight Moon\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTime for Bed\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Going to Bed Book\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMegan Wagner Lloyd\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of the \u003ci\u003eSuper Pancake\u003c\/i\u003e kids' graphic novel series, the Eisner-nominated \u003ci\u003eAllergic \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Squished\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as the early chapter book \u003ci\u003eHaven: A Small Cat's Big Adventure\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Writing Playbook\u003c\/i\u003e, and several picture books, including \u003ci\u003eFinding Wild\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives with her family in the Washington, DC, area. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eJade Orlando\u003c\/b\u003e was born in North Carolina and grew up in a tiny Michigan town. After a childhood spent drawing dragons and cat ladies, she obtained a BFA in Illustration from SCAD. After working for several years as a children's apparel artist, she decided to dedicate herself to creating children's books full-time. She currently lives in Atlanta, GA, with her husband and their greyhound and four cats.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51260350660882,"sku":"9781452168371","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_824d0971-50a9-48c0-82dd-f93972e6695e.jpg?v=1746643523","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/how-to-catch-some-zzzs-9781452168371","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}