Sparky the dragon was a very bouncy dragon. He loved to zoom and swirl and puff little clouds of glitter! But when bedtime came, Sparky found it hard to settle. He’d wiggle his toes, flap his wings, and try to count sheep, but he just couldn’t get sleepy.
Mama Dragon smiled. “Sparky,” she said, “sometimes even dragons need a little help winding down. Let’s try a bedtime routine.” First, they had a warm bath with bubbly lavender soap. Sparky splashed and played gently, making tiny waves.
Next, Mama Dragon read Sparky a story about a quiet forest and twinkling stars. Sparky snuggled close, listening to the gentle rhythm of her voice. He closed his eyes and imagined the soft glow of the stars.
Then, Mama Dragon gave Sparky a gentle wing massage. She rubbed his scales in slow, circles. “Breathe in, Sparky,” she whispered. “And breathe out.” Sparky took a deep breath, and then another. He felt his bouncy energy starting to calm down.
Finally, Mama Dragon sang a soft lullaby. It was a song about sleepy clouds and peaceful dreams. Sparky felt his eyelids getting heavy. He yawned a big, dragon-sized yawn!
“Now,” said Mama Dragon, “let’s think of three happy things.” Sparky thought of playing with his friends, eating yummy berries, and flying with Mama Dragon. He felt warm and cozy inside.
Sparky closed his eyes and imagined himself floating on a fluffy cloud, drifting gently through the night sky. He wasn’t zooming or swirling anymore. He was just… peaceful.
Soon, Sparky was fast asleep, dreaming sweet dreams of glittery stars and quiet forests. He learned that even bouncy dragons can find calm with a little routine and a lot of love. And you can too! Now close *your* eyes, take a deep breath, and drift off to sleep.
Sweet dreams, little one. Just like Sparky, you deserve a peaceful night’s rest.