All Rabbit wants to do is play. All Sloth wants to do is sleep. This hilarious book will have kids young and old laughing along, as Rabbit continues to up his silly antics, in an attempt to wake up Sloth. Perfect for any time of the day, But First, We Nap shows the humorous side of what can be a common nap-time struggle.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Rabbit and Sloth show us that it's alright to take a break and have a nap, but don't forget to take a few minutes to laugh and play too!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Read the book aloud to your child, and encourage them to act out the characters. - Challenge your child to see how long they can stay awake. - Talk with your child about their own nap time struggles and the importance of naps. - Have your child draw pictures of Rabbit and Sloth and their silly antics.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
Name of the game: But First, We Play Instructions: You and your child can play this game together. Take turns being Sloth and Rabbit. When it's your turn as Sloth, pretend to be asleep and let your child try to wake you up. When it's your child's turn as Rabbit, see how creative you can be in trying to wake you up - be silly, make funny noises, tell jokes, or use props. Have fun!
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
It's important to take time to rest, but don't forget the fun that comes with being awake, your child!
