Goodnight Sandman

Reach for this book when your child expresses anxiety about what happens after the lights go out or mentions being afraid of monsters in their room. It is a gentle, imaginative tool for reframing nighttime fears into something manageable and even magical. The story follows Jacob the Sandman and his mouse companion, Milo, as they travel in their walnut-shell boat to deliver peaceful dreams. When they encounter the Night Monster, the story shifts from a potential scare into a lesson on empathy, revealing that even scary things have their own vulnerabilities and needs. Parents will appreciate how Daniela Drescher's soft, ethereal illustrations create a calming atmosphere perfect for the wind-down hour. Suitable for children ages 3 to 6, this book does not just dismiss a child's fear; it acknowledges the fear and then provides a creative way to transform it. By making the 'monster' a character that can be befriended or understood, it empowers children to view the dark through a lens of curiosity rather than dread.