Apple Pie ABC

Quick Answer

Why This Story Works for Bedtime

It’s rhythmic and interactive. Kids can pick their favorite letter and ‘order’ their pie, which keeps bedtime light and cozy.

Story Synopsis

“Apple Pie ABC” turns the alphabet into a parade of opinions. Letter by letter, characters request a slice, a bit of crust, more juice, extra spice—sometimes praising the pie, sometimes complaining, always in a playful rhythm. The fun is that it feels like a conversation at the table, but in rhyme. For children learning letters, it becomes a friendly alphabet review. For bedtime, it works as a sing-song poem with lots of tiny stopping points—perfect for pausing, giggling, and then settling down. Parents often make it interactive: “What would YOU ask for—crust or juice?”

Story Excerpt

Says A, give me a good large slice! Says B, a little bit, but nice. Says C, cut me a piece of crust. Take it, says D, it's dry as dust! Says E, I'll eat it fast, I will, Says F, I vow I'll have my fill! Says G, give it me good and great. Says H, a little bit I hate. Says I, it's ice I must request. Says J, the juice I love the best. Says K, let's keep it up above. Says L, the border's what I love. Says M, it makes your teeth to chatter. N…

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