A little boy has so much fun saying “Good morning”—to the sun, to the hills, to the chickens, to the pigs, to the grass, to the planes, to the cars, to the trucks, to the whole city, to everything in sight!—that by the time he’s finished saying “Good morning,” it’s time to say “goodnight!”
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
your child has learned that the day is filled with lots of opportunities to make connections with the people and things around them. Saying 'Good Morning' to everything you see is a great way to show gratitude and appreciation. And when it's time to go to bed, it's time to say Goodnight!
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- Lead your child in a “Good morning” chant, like the one in the video. - Create a bedtime routine for your child, such as reading a book or singing a song. - Play a game of “Good morning” charades, where you and your child can act out different things you’d say “Good morning” to. - Take your child for a walk around the neighborhood to “say good morning” to people and things you encounter.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
Goodnight City: You and your child can take turns saying 'Good morning' to different objects in your home, until it's time to say 'Goodnight'. Then, say 'Goodnight' to each one of them. Enjoy the fun and anticipation of saying 'Goodnight' together!
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
No matter how much fun you are having, it's important to recognize when it's time to rest and recharge.
