Sometimes it happens that after a whole day full of games and adventures, we can't fall asleep at all. And sleep is very important. It gives us new energy for the next day and our whole body gets the rest it needs to work. However, this time of rest is sometimes upset by a naughty little gnome that lives in our minds.
It doesn't want to sleep at all, so it’s constantly rushing, running here and there and forever making us think of all sorts of things! So instead of sleeping and resting for a long time, it sends us busy new thoughts or ideas. Right now we’re going to learn together how to put this gnome to bed first. Because when the gnome falls asleep, we fall asleep quickly and easily.
First, get comfortable in your bed. Breathe in deeply and breathe out. Think about how nice and comfortable you are. Close your eyes and imagine yourself getting on a train. This train knows exactly the way to the gnome’s house.
The wheels are turning, the train is moving, and you're speeding through the countryside. It's not far at all, you're almost there. The train stops and you get out. You can see the gnome’s door. You open it carefully - but it doesn't look sleepy in here. The naughty gnome is running all over, throwing his arms around and still wanting to play.
Let's try to calm him down a little. Go inside with him, gently take his hand and ask him to play together for a while. The gnome listens in surprise and is curious to see what you come up with. You take a balloon out of your pocket and blow it up. Don't forget to tie it well so that it doesn't…