Fun Ways to Do the Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late Read Aloud

There's something truly special about a don't let the pigeon stay up late read aloud session that turns a routine bedtime into a hilarious negotiation between a parent and a child. If you've ever sat down with a Mo Willems book, you know exactly what I'm talking about. The Pigeon isn't just a character; he's a mood. He's that universal feeling of being wide awake when the rest of the world is telling you it's time to crash. ...

February 17, 2026 · 6 min · Ricki Colton