Taiko on a Windy Night

Reach for this book when your child expresses curiosity or a touch of anxiety about what happens in the world while they are tucked into bed. Taiko on a Windy Night offers a gentle, sensory-rich bridge between the daylight hours and the quiet mysteries of the dark. Through the eyes of Taiko the cat, children witness a neighborhood that is not scary, but rather alive with subtle movement, shadows, and the rhythmic sounds of nature. The story follows a house cat's nocturnal journey as he navigates the wind and the moonlight. The luminous pastel illustrations create a soft, dreamlike atmosphere that helps demystify the night. It is an ideal choice for building a sense of independence and wonder, showing that the dark is simply a different, beautiful version of the world they already know. Parents will appreciate the rhythmic prose that slows down a child's heart rate, making it a perfect final read before lights out.