Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
by Martin Waddell
Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1)
Ages 5-8
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
When Little Bear feels scared of the night, Big Bear gently helps him see that darkness can be a friend, not a foe. Together, they discover the magic of moonlight and stars, turning bedtime into a cozy adventure. This sweet tale soothes fears and wraps readers in warmth and comfort.
Representation & Themes
BearsBedtimeFear of the darkFamilyFiction
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — Gentle Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
Content Flags
Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 1564022625
- Pages
- 36
- Publisher
- Candlewick
- Published
- January 3, 1994
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 975
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
BearsFear of the darkBedtimeFictionBedsPicture booksJuvenile fictionChildren's stories, EnglishChildren's literatureFearBig booksLoveJuvenileInstruction and studyChild developmentMusicPictorial worksLittle Bear (Fictitious character : Waddell)Pictorial worksJuvenile fictionBig Bear (Fictitious character : Waddell)Children's fictionBears, fictionWinter, fictionLittle bear (fictitious character : waddell), fictionChild and youth fictionBedtime, fictionSpecimensSleepNight