bedtime · Ages 3-5

The Cup of Water Beside the Bed

A child keeps checking a bedtime water cup until one tiny sip makes everything feel ready for sleep.

The whole story

1. At bedtime, Mira carried her water cup to the little bedside table.

2. Mira set the cup down and climbed beneath her soft blue blanket.

3. Mira's parent kissed her forehead and wished her a quiet night.

4. Mira listened to the quiet room, then checked the cup beside her bed.

5. The water was still there, clear and cool, so Mira put it back.

6. Mira closed her eyes, but soon she checked the cup once again.

7. The cup stayed beside the bed, waiting quietly in the moonlight.

8. At last, Mira took one tiny sip and set the cup down.

9. The cup was ready, the room was ready, and Mira was ready for sleep.

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