It's bedtime... and so naturally Herman has a million questions that will delay him having to get into bed. Why is it that when bedtime arrives, THAT'S the time children's curiosity seems to peak? It's the nightmare of babysitters and parents everywhere! Being asked countless off-the-wall questions as you put a child to bed. And every answer only causes more silly questions and more delays. This is the dilemma Herman Jiggle's mom confronts as she tries to coax her son to wash his face, brush his teeth and go to bed. But Hermie is a curious kid who wants answers to the great mysteries of life, such as why do we have bubble gum? and how do cows see in the dark? , before he'll even think about falling asleep. Mom, why doesn’t water have any taste? - So other things can taste better. Like chocolate? - Yes. Can I have some chocolate? In this tale, Mom's patience is on point as she masterfully guides Herman through his bedtime routine, embracing his curiosity while reminding him of what comes next. This sweet story is something to which every parent and caretaker can relate. Told in Julia Cook's classic style, young children will enjoy learning along with Herman, and their parents and caretakers will be laughing along the way. Attention-grabbing illustrations by New York Times best-selling author and illustrator Michael Garland add to the story's charm Herman Jiggle, Go to Sleep offers children a humorous look at their bedtime routine and reminds them of the importance of getting a good night’s sleep. Written for children ages 3-9, this storybook is part of the Socially Skilled Kids series. Use all three titles in the series to help your child with their bedtime routine. They include: Herman Jiggle, Say Hello: How to talk to people when your words get stuck Herman Jiggle, Go to Sleep! – Why is bedtime when children’s curiosity seems to peak? Herman Jiggle, It’s RECESS not RESTRESS! – It is so much more fun to play when everyone is included. ”Such a cute bedtime book! It is such a true representation of the young child’s mind with all the questions, especially when procrastinating something like bedtime! I especially loved the mom’s facial expressions! It was a little too long in my opinion but otherwise, I truly enjoyed it!” - Lindsay L, Purchaser This book is perfectly timed for my own family and the kids and families in my pediatric practice. Sleep is SO important for restoring our bodies and our brains, and giving us control over our emotions. A fun, relatable story for children and parents as well as valuable tips and encouragement to help us. I will recommend this often. --Melissa Reinhardt, MD, Pediatrician and mom to three highly energetic boys" Herman Jiggle, Go to Sleep! by Julia Cook tells the story of a boy who attempts to prolong his bedtime routine by asking his mother a series of questions. Mom is extremely patient as she answers Herman's questions while gently reminding him of his bedtime routine. I really like Michael Garland's illustrations as they show us what Herman's imagination is showing him while Mom answers his questions. All in all a very cute story that would be a perfect addition to any child's bedtime routine. --Michelle Donaldson (Educator), NetGalley I've taken to grabbing this book as our bedtime story when I need JustaBXgirl to reel it in a bit. It seems, much like Herman Jiggle that my child has a million thoughts that need to be shared as soon as I need her to get ready for bed. She giggles when I pull out this title because she is very aware that she can be very much like Herman Jiggle! --Melissa Velazquez, blogger @ JustaBXmom Why is it that when bedtime arrives, THAT'S the time that children's curiosity seems to peak? Well, at least that's the case with Herman Jiggle. It's bedtime, and as Mom helps Herman get ready, he has countless questions, like, Why does the sun go away? Where does honey come from? Or, I have a best friend Charlie who can blow big bubbles. How do you make bubble gum? Mom's patience is on point as she masterfully guides Herman through his bedtime routine, embracing his curiosity while reminding him of what comes next. This sweet story is something to which every parent and caretaker can relate. Told in Julia Cook's classic style, young children will enjoy learning along with Herman, and their parents and caretakers will be laughing along the way. Herman Jiggle, Go to Sleep! is part of The Socially Skilled Kids series by author Julia Cook. The series gives children the know-how and courage to overcome their fears, learn essential social skills and have a healthier, happier relationships. A comical take on bedtime routines and how a good night's rest is key to every child's success. Julia Cook, a former educator and school counselor, has written many books for children and teachers, including the popular page-turners I Just Don t Like the Sound of No!, Making Friends Is an Art! and That Rule