... I think it helps when they see the other children sleeping too.
This is so true it amazes me how quickly kids pick up the routine ... my crew all put themselves to bed now even the one year old is starting to head over on his own when we start quiet time routine!
Children construct their own intelligence. The adult must provide activities and context, but most of all must be able to listen. Children need proof that adults believe in them. Their three great desires are to be listened to, to understand, and to demonstrate that they are exactly what we expect."