The story is simple and tone is gentle. Sam's mother is putting Sam to bed, but when she asks Sam if he is ready, he replies no. Mrs. Bear quietly tries several different activities to prepare Sam for bed. With the wind howling outside, she gently tucks him in.
As the rain begins to fall on the roof, she arranges all of Sam's stuffed toys around him. Finally, they both drink glasses of warm milk. But Sam still is not ready for bed. Mrs. Bear reviews everything they have done and realizes that she has forgotten to kiss Sam good night. After lots of kisses, despite the bad storm outside, Sam goes happily to sleep.
The use of repetition and a great many ‘and’ connectors is appropriate to the language development of the 3- 6 years-old age group. Children can also feel safe and loved through this gentle story. The style of dark night outside is another distinctive point in the book.
Hest, Amy. Jeram, Anita. Kiss good night, Somerville(MA) : Candlewick, 2006.
- Reading level : Baby - 6 years old
- Format : boardbook
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