Sing a Song
Rock-a-bye, Baby
Rock-a-bye, baby
On the treetop
When the wind blows
The cradle will rock
If the bough breaks
The cradle will fall
But mama will catch you
Cradle and all
Watch
Sesame Street: Andrea Bocelli's Lullaby to Elmo
Try This
Read two books to your child before bed. Ask your child about their favorite part of each one. A nightly routine of storytime before bed helps children to feel secure and loved, while asking for their opinion about the reading reinforces that this is a time focused on them and that their opinions matter.
Read a Book
Here are two book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries
- Read to Your Bunny by Rosemary Wells
- The Nuts: Bedtime at the Nut House by Eric Litwin; illustrated by Scott Magoon
Explore More
See the April Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!
- Stories at Your Fingertips
Here is an easy method for creating an original story. Try telling a unique bedtime story tonight. - The Book Connection
Read suggestions on how to guide your child to a life-long love of reading.
