Cedric sat up straight in his soft bed. The moon was shining through the window, painting silver squares on the floor, but he was not sleepy at all.
"I don't want to sleep!" he whispered loudly.
His toys were calling him from the corner. The red fire truck looked ready for a big rescue mission. The blue block tower needed a tall top. Sleeping felt boring. It was too quiet and a waste of fun play time.
His dad walked in with a soft, warm smile. He sat on the edge of the bed and gently tucked the blanket around Cedric's legs. "Why are you still awake, little bear?" Dad asked calmly.
"Sleep is just silly," Cedric grumbled, crossing his arms over his green dinosaur pajamas.
