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High, Low, Buffalo

Name: High, Low, Buffalo
Availability: InStock
Author: Wanderly

Ever heard of High, Low, Buffalo? It's a great way to learn about how the day went, with a little bit of silliness mixed in. This story is best read together.

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About This Story

What your child will experience

Your child will settle in for bedtime with a gentle reflection routine called "High, Low, Buffalo." They'll answer three prompts: the best part of their day (high), the hardest part (low), and something silly or funny (buffalo). A helper character guides them through, then weaves their answers into a soothing, personalized bedtime story and poem.

Why this approach helps

This ritual borrows from reflective practice and emotional regulation strategies. Naming a high and a low builds emotional vocabulary and validates the full range of daily experience—good and hard. The "buffalo" question adds playfulness and prevents bedtime from feeling too heavy. Over time, this structure helps children recognize patterns in their feelings and close the day with a sense of completion.

What to notice as a parent

Listen for what your child consistently names as "hard." Repeated themes (transitions, friendships, frustration) can signal where they need extra support. Notice, too, what makes them light up—their "highs" reveal what energizes them. If they struggle to name a low, that's okay; some days feel easier, and some children need more time to open up.

Personalize This Story

Make this story truly special by adding these details:

✓Who will be doing tuck-in tonight?

Story Questions

Questions your child may be asked while creating this story:

What was the best part of the main character's day?
What was the hardest part of the main character's day?
What was the funniest thing that happened to the main character today?

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