This series was designed to facilitate a peaceful night's sleep. Most harsh consonants and sounds (e.g. plosives and affricatives) have been avoided and glides (l, r, w, and y sounds) have been added to make the sound of the story a pleasing and calming experience. The story winds down to a tranquil ending without overtly saying, "Go to sleep!" This helps calm a racing mind and does not leave any unresolved concerns that may interrupt a child's dreams. 

The naptime series of Rabbit the Dog books are designed so that a child can 'read' the story by telling the adult what they see on every page (independent of what is written). They are also designed to facilitate a conversation between the person reading and the child. Whether the reader is an older sibling, teacher, grandparent, or other adult, Rabbit is up to something and it should be discussed. 

These stories touch on several of the key requirements in a way that will help parents and guardians help their children prepare. These stories are meant to be read over-and-over to help your child understand and be able to use the skills that Rabbit uses in each book.  Ask your child (or grandchild) questions as you go through the books to make sure they have internalized the key points and can use the skills.

School is a wonderful and challenging place. At the same time, children enter a new phase of physical and emotional development. Rabbit the Dog models research-based methods for dealing with the emotional and social issues that commonly pop up during this period in life. She learns a technique. Then she tries to use it, but she does not implement it perfectly. She refocuses her efforts and makes a more committed effort. Finally, things work out.