"Good Night, Sam. We Love You."

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By Daphne Harris Dews

Sam’s parents make bedtime a positive experience. They read or sing together each night. Sam likes having books read again and again. He is learning to read to his parents.

Grandparents and aunts bring books. Sam enjoys having them read. When he goes to bed, everyone says, “Good night, Sam. We love you.”

About the Author:

Daphne Harris Dews lives in Virginia Beach, VA. She is retired from Norfolk Public Schools, Norfolk, VA. She is a graduate of Norfolk Division of Virginia State College, now Norfolk State University, with a BS degree in elementary education. She earned an MS degree in education at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA.

An advocate of parental engagement, Daphne feels one of the most important things parents can do is provide positive early learning activities for their children. She feels the long-term impact on student achievement is immeasurable.

A member of Virginia Beach Writers, Daphne enjoys writing about family experiences. “Good Night, Sam. We Love You.” is based on routines practiced by the parents of her grandson, Samuel. She is also the author of Nine Girls, No Boys, Stories of Life in Rural Virginia.

(2025, hardcover, 38 pages)

 

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  • 5
    Congratulations to the author for telling a beautiful family story with a nod to traditional families.

    Posted by Martha McClenny Willliams on Oct 8th 2025

    It was wonderful reading "Good Night Sam. We Love you." The story gave me a warm loving feeling. Such a genuine connection to family with mom and dad sharing in the care and love of Sam. The story is one that children can relate to in a realistic manner. There is a feeling of love within the nuclear and extended family. The theme was evident throughout the book where every family member said "Good night Sam. We love you." I know children will love the story because there are expressions of love, examples of playtime, mealtime, and daily routines. Through family and child engagement examples, the theme is repeated which is most important for children. The aesthetics of the book are on point. I love the graphics in the book. The cover creates curiosity and begs to be picked up. Moms, dads, aunties and grandparents will find it a wonderful gift for any occasion. Congratulations to the author for telling a beautiful family story with a nod to traditional families.