Naps are just a little break—but when it’s naptime, many toddlers have trouble settling into sleep. This calming, encouraging book helps young children quiet down so they can get the rest they need. Eyes are closed, lights are dimmed…and (yawn, s-t-r-e-t-c-h) before little ones know it, it’s time to wake up. Cozy illustrations enhance the text.
An award-winning author/illustrator team offers a fresh look at the times and transitions all toddlers face daily, giving young children the tools to handle routines with confidence and cooperation.
Part of the Toddler Tools series, Naptime can be shared before (or during) the desired “time,” or whenever toddlers need encouragement with routines. Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
About the Author
Elizabeth Verdick is the author of more than 30 highly acclaimed books for children and teenagers, including books in the Toddler Tools board book series, the Best Behavior series for young children, and the Laugh & Learn series for preteens. Her most recent titles include Pacifiers Are Not Forever and See You Later, Procrastinator! (with Pamela Espeland). Elizabeth lives with her husband, daughter, son, and five pets near St. Paul, Minnesota.
Marieka Heinlen received her BFA at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and also studied at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London. She launched her career as a children's book illustrator with the award-winning Hands Are Not for Hitting. As a freelance illustrator and designer, Marieka focuses her work on books and other materials for children, teens, parents, and teachers. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and son.
Industry Reviews
Winner, Creative Child Book of the Year Award "Elizabeth Verdick gives caregivers practical, positive tools for building and maintaining the positive care environment that toddlers need." --Dr. Dan Gartrell, Ed.D., professor of Early Childhood Education, director of Child Development Training Program, Bemidji State University "The rhyming story is one that toddlers are going to enjoy and easily pick up as part of their routine catch phrases throughout the day. The pictures portray an adorable young boy telling his story and will be appealing to young children. It definitely is a book that will become a favorite with toddlers and can even be used before naptime at school or childcare."--Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi's Kids Books Blog "Toddlers will manage to calm down fairly quickly upon coming across these gentle books that help them deal with various transitions in their young lives." --SAHManswers.com (Stay At Home Moms) "I highly recommend these books for your home library if you have a little one." --Mommin' It Up "There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you're beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver."--The Post & Courier Winner, Creative Child Book of the Year Award Elizabeth Verdick gives caregivers practical, positive tools for building and maintaining the positive care environment that toddlers need. Dr. Dan Gartrell, Ed.D., professor of Early Childhood Education, director of Child Development Training Program, Bemidji State University" The rhyming story is one that toddlers are going to enjoy and easily pick up as part of their routine catch phrases throughout the day. The pictures portray an adorable young boy telling his story and will be appealing to young children. It definitely is a book that will become a favorite with toddlers and can even be used before naptime at school or childcare. Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi s Kids Books Blog" "Toddlers will manage to calm down fairly quickly upon coming across these gentle books that help them deal with various transitions in their young lives." SAHManswers.com (Stay At Home Moms)" "I highly recommend these books for your home library if you have a little one." Mommin' It Up" There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you re beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver. The Post & Courier" "I highly recommend these books for your home library if you have a little one." --Mommin' It Up "Toddlers will manage to calm down fairly quickly upon coming across these gentle books that help them deal with various transitions in their young lives." --SAHManswers.com (Stay At Home Moms) "There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you're beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver."--The Post & Courier "The rhyming story is one that toddlers are going to enjoy and easily pick up as part of their routine catch phrases throughout the day. The pictures portray an adorable young boy telling his story and will be appealing to young children. It definitely is a book that will become a favorite with toddlers and can even be used before naptime at school or childcare."--Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi's Kids Books Blog Winner, Creative Child Book of the Year Award "Elizabeth Verdick gives caregivers practical, positive tools for building and maintaining the positive care environment that toddlers need." --Dr. Dan Gartrell, Ed.D., professor of Early Childhood Education, director of Child Development Training Program, Bemidji State University
