Sometimes I Pretend I'm Spaghetti: A Calming Bedtime Mindfulness Book for Kids with Anxiety, ADHD, and Big Feelings - Hardcover

by Leslie Pearlson (Author), Maggie Carroll (Illustrator)

• Turn Bedtime Battles into Calm Moments - A gentle, engaging story that helps kids unwind, relax their bodies, and settle their minds before sleep
• Perfect for Kids with Anxiety or ADHD - Supports emotional regulation and focus through simple, kid-friendly mindfulness techniques
• Guided Movement & Relaxation - Uses playful "pretend" poses to release energy and calm busy bodies
• ❤️ Supports Emotional Well-Being - Helps children manage big feelings, overstimulation, and racing thoughts at night
• ]]] Loved by Parents & Grandparents - A meaningful gift that creates connection and a peaceful bedtime routine

Is bedtime a struggle in your home?

If your child is wired, wiggly, anxious, or overwhelmed at night, Sometimes I Pretend I'm Spaghetti offers a playful and powerful solution.

This beautifully written children's book transforms bedtime into a calming ritual using imagination, movement, and mindfulness. Through a series of fun "pretend" poses, kids learn how to relax their bodies, quiet their minds, and prepare for sleep-without pressure or frustration.

Perfect for children who:

• Have trouble winding down at night
• Experience anxiety or racing thoughts
• Have ADHD or high energy at bedtime
• Need help transitioning from busy days to restful sleep

Instead of telling kids to "calm down," this book shows them how-in a way that feels fun, safe, and empowering.

Parents and caregivers will love how easily this story becomes part of a nightly routine, helping children:

• Release physical tension
• Build emotional awareness
• Develop lifelong calming skills
• Fall asleep more peacefully

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, or caregiver, this book is a meaningful tool to support children's mental wellness-one bedtime at a time.