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Cover of Rex's Sleepy Stars, a picture book by Ala'a Qassim
Picture bookAges 5–8English

Rex's Sleepy Stars

by Ala'a Qassim

When bedtime arrives, Rex has a cozy bed, a soft pillow, and a moonlit cave—but sleep won’t come. He turns left, turns right, and fluffs his pillow. Then Mama Dinosaur offers a gentle game that gives Rex something new to focus on: slow breaths and sleepy stars.

As Rex breathes in like he’s smelling a flower and breathes out like a soft breeze, tiny stars begin to float through the cave. He reaches for one, discovers its warm, soft glow, and follows the calming rhythm toward rest.

Rex's Sleepy Stars is a tender picture book for early readers ages 5–8, and a cozy choice for families sharing a bedtime story. Its reassuring nighttime setting and simple breathing game make it a lovely way to invite a quiet moment together at the end of the day.

  • A relatable story about being wide awake at bedtime
  • A gentle breathing game woven into the story
  • Moonlit dinosaur scenes and floating stars to enjoy together
  • A warm goodnight ending for bedtime reading

Follow Rex from restless wonder to peaceful sleep, one slow breath at a time.

Format
Paperback · 8.25 × 8.25 in · 24 pages · premium color · full bleed
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Kindle eBook
Art style
3D animated film · 10 illustrations
Reader age
Ages 5–8
Language
English
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Rex had a soft blue nightcap and a warm red scarf.
But tonight, Rex could not sleep.
Still, he could not sleep. Then Mama Dinosaur came in.
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  • Picture book
  • 3D animated film
  • Ages 5–8
  • 24 pages
  • Paperback 8.25 × 8.25 in
  • Color
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