A little bear named Benny learns about the magic of bedtime and discovers new dreams with the help of his cozy blanket.
Age Recommendation
0 – 4 years
Characters
Characters:
- Benny the Bear (a curious little bear with a fluffy blanket)
- Starry the Blanket (a magical blanket with twinkling patterns)
Story
Once upon a time, in a cozy corner of the forest, there was a little bear named Benny. Benny loved his bedtime because it was a chance to snuggle up with his favorite friend, Starry the Blanket. Each night, Benny would wrap himself in Starry and drift into a world of dreams.
The Blanket’s Secret Sparkle
One night, as Benny lay down, he noticed something special. Starry began to twinkle with tiny, magical lights! The lights danced and twirled, casting a warm glow across the room. Benny’s eyes widened with wonder. “Wow, Starry, you’re shining!” he exclaimed. The twinkling lights seemed to whisper back, “Let’s explore new dreams together.”
A Journey Through Dreamland
With a soft giggle, Benny closed his eyes and imagined the adventures they could have. As he snuggled deeper into Starry, he found himself floating on a fluffy cloud. Below, fields of colorful flowers swayed gently, and above, the stars winked playfully. Benny felt safe and happy with Starry by his side.
Returning to the Cozy Den
As the night’s magic began to fade, Benny and Starry slowly drifted back to their cozy den. Benny yawned a big bear yawn, feeling content and sleepy. Starry’s twinkling lights dimmed softly, like a lullaby, as they both settled into a peaceful slumber.
The end.
Moral of the Story
The story teaches us that with a little imagination and a comforting friend, bedtime can be a magical adventure filled with new dreams and happy moments.
Questions to Think About
- What did Benny notice about Starry the Blanket?
- How did Benny feel when he saw the twinkling lights?
- What kind of adventures did Benny dream about?
- Why do you think Benny felt safe with Starry?
- What would you dream about with a magical blanket?
Do You Know
- Bears often sleep in cozy dens during the winter in a special sleep called hibernation.
- Stars that you see twinkling in the sky are actually huge balls of glowing gas!
Word Explorer
- Twinkle: To shine with a flickering or sparkling light.
- Cozy: Warm, comfortable, and snug.
- Imagination: The ability to create ideas or pictures in your mind.
Emotions in the Story
- Wonder: Benny felt this when he saw Starry’s lights twinkle for the first time.
- Happiness: Benny felt happy floating on the cloud in Dreamland.
- Contentment: Benny felt this emotion as he returned to his cozy den.
Color Your Scene
Imagine Benny and Starry floating on the fluffy cloud in Dreamland. Draw the colorful flowers below and the twinkling stars above. Use lots of bright colors for the flowers and sparkly dots for the stars.
Parents’ Corner
This story can be a wonderful way to discuss the bedtime routine with your child. Use Benny’s story to talk about how bedtime can be a time for imagination and comfort. Encourage your child to share their own bedtime stories or what they dream about, fostering creativity and a love for storytelling. By creating a consistent bedtime routine, you can help your child feel secure and look forward to sweet dreams each night.
