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Books for Bedtime Struggles
69 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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Toddler Tools #1
Bedtime
Elizabeth Verdick
For the toddler who resists the transition to sleep and the parent looking to turn the evening rush into a calm, predict
Ages 1–3
Indestructibles: Sesame Street
Time for Bed!
Sesame Workshop
For the toddler who needs a gentle nudge toward sleep, Elmo and friends demonstrate a soothing nighttime routine through
Ages 0–3
Bedtime Stories for Kids (Thompson) #2
Bedtime Stories for Kids Vol 2
Giuly Gabriell Thompson
For the child who struggles to quiet their mind at the end of the day. These guided meditations help little ones release
Ages 2–12
Good Night Little Unicorn
Emily Dash
For the little one who needs a soft transition into sleep, this gentle guide introduces magical friends as they wind dow
Ages 1–4
Global Babies #4
Global Baby Bedtimes
The Global Fund for Children
For little ones winding down for the night, this board book shows that while beds and pajamas look different around the
Ages 0–3
Goodnight Sports
Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Books
Michael Dahl
For the little athlete who finds it hard to bench their energy at night, these sports-themed rhymes turn bedtime routine
Ages 2–5
Froggy #8
Froggy Goes to Bed
Jonathan London
For the child who uses every trick in the book to delay bedtime, from 'one more snack' to a missing teddy bear.
Ages 2–5
I Love to...
Goodnight, My Love!
Shelley Admont
For the child who needs a calming transition to sleep through soft imagery and reassurance of a parent's love at the end
Ages 0–4
Little Bear (Waddell) #1
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
Martin Waddell
For the child who needs a little extra reassurance when the lights go out, this gentle story follows Big Bear as he pati
Ages 2–6
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears Get Ready for Bed
Mike Berenstain
For toddlers who need a gentle guide through the evening hustle, this interactive book turns tooth-brushing and pajama-f
Ages 0–4
Little Golden Books
Good Night, Little Bear
Patricia M. Scarry
For the toddler who needs a little extra playfulness and reassurance to transition into sleep. A classic hide and seek g
Ages 2–5
The Baby Who Wouldn't Go to Bed
Helen Cooper
For the child who finds every reason to delay sleep, this dreamy journey validates their desire for independence while g
Ages 2–5
Pete the Kitty
Time for Bed, Pete the Kitty
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the toddler who resists their nightly ritual: follow Pete the Kitty through a soothing, step by step routine to help
Ages 0–4
Good Night, Baby Bear
Grace Baranowski
For the parent looking to create a soothing end-of-day ritual through gentle rhymes and heartwarming animal illustration
Ages 0–3
Underpants #6
Monsters Love Underpants
Claire Freedman
For the toddler or preschooler who needs a giggle to see that scary monsters are actually just silly friends with a secr
Ages 2–6
Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the toddler who needs a soothing, familiar rhythm at the end of the day, Pete the Cat brings a groovy and calm energ
Ages 0–5
Shifters in the Underlands #3
Moon Dragon
Coralie Moss
For the little one who finds magic in the night sky, this soothing story provides a rhythmic, gentle wind-down for a pea
Ages 2–5
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears and the Haunted House
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For the little one who is nervous about shadows or bumps in the night, this playful mystery helps turn spooky worries in
Ages 2–5
Time to Say Goodnight
Sally Lloyd-Jones
For the child who needs a soft transition into sleep by seeing how the whole natural world, from baby animals to little
Ages 0–4
Cowboy Dreams
Kathi Appelt
For the child who needs a soothing transition to sleep, this rhythmic lullaby transports them to a peaceful Western prai
Ages 2–6
Bunny Boo Has Lost Her Teddy
Jannie Ho
For the toddler who can't settle down without their favorite toy. This sturdy interactive book turns the pre-bedtime sea
Ages 1–3
Kindness & Values
God Holds Me When I'm Brave and Scared
Little Lamb Studios
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big changes or scary moments, this gentle book offers reassurance that they are n
Ages 2–6
The Berenstain Bears My Bedtime Book of Poems and Prayers
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child needing a soothing transition to sleep, these gentle rhymes and faith-focused prayers offer a comforting w
Ages 2–5
The Berenstain Bears My Bedtime Book of Poems and Prayers
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who needs a calming transition to sleep, this collection uses familiar bear characters to introduce gentle
Ages 2–6
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