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A successful bedtime routine isn’t about doing more—it’s about removing confusion. Children thrive when routines are: Step 1: Make the Routine Visible Use pictures, mats, or printed station cards for each of the Four B’s. Place them where the activity happens. Step 2: Use Transition Language Instead of “Go brush…

The Four B’s don’t stop at bedtime—they reinforce skills children use all day. Skills Built Through the Four B’s Self-regulation – Moving calmly between tasks Executive function – Following sequences Emotional literacy – Naming feelings through story Responsibility – Caring for body and belongings Why Schools Love the Framework Easy…

The Book station is the emotional heart of the Four B’s. It’s not about reading level. It’s about regulation, connection, and closure. What the Book Station Provides Reading before bed: Educator Tip In classrooms or group settings, the Book station can be: Books don’t just prepare children for sleep—they prepare…

Toothbrushing often triggers resistance because it feels abstract and uncomfortable. Bee 4 Goodnight solves this by turning brushing into sound-based play. The Bee Brushing Method Why it works: Tips for Success Healthy habits stick when they feel joyful—not forced.

Bedtime can feel like the hardest transition of the day—not because children resist sleep, but because transitions are emotionally complex. The Bee 4 Goodnight system, created by Daniel McKinley Howell, turns bedtime into something children can see, understand, and move through with confidence. The Four B’s—Bath, Brush, Book, Bed—are more…