If bedtime in your house is a mix of brushing teeth, getting into pajamas, and then somehow winding down, you’re not alone! A simple twist can make a world of difference: making reading the very last thing before sleep. Here’s the trick—once all the bedtime tasks are done, give your little one a comforting "rule" to follow: if they can’t sleep, they get to read!

This way, the lights go dim, the world quiets down, and they can pick up a book they love until their eyes get heavy. It’s a win-win: they’re comforted by the routine, and as they get lost in a story, they’ll drift into dreamland without even noticing.

Parents, do you have your own spin on “reading time”? I'd love to hear about it! Feel free to share your thoughts at roorific@yahoo.com. Sweet dreams and happy reading! 📚