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Books for Bedtime Struggles

64 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Froggy Goes to Bed

Froggy Goes to Bed

Jonathan London

For the parent whose little one finds every excuse to delay the inevitable, this playful story mirrors the nightly ritua

Cover of Bedtime Words

Usborne First Words #2

For the parent starting a nightly routine with their toddler, this vintage board book introduces the first words for paj

Cover of If I Was the Sunshine

If I Was the Sunshine

Julie Fogliano

For children and parents seeking a moment of quiet connection through the beauty of the natural world and the comfort of

Ages 2–5

Cover of My First Day and Night

My First Day and Night

For the curious toddler beginning to notice the rhythm of their world. This visual guide helps children grasp the abstra

Cover of Late Night at the Zoo

Usborne Very First Reading #10

Late Night at the Zoo

Mairi Mackinnon

For the child who struggles with bedtime or wonders what happens after the lights go out, this silly story turns the nig

Cover of Night on Neighborhood Street

Night on Neighborhood Street

Eloise Greenfield

For the child curious about what happens when the sun goes down, this poetic collection offers a warm and safe look at l

Cover of Darling Doll

Thomas Kingsley Troupe

For the child who feels uneasy about their new house or finds old objects a bit creepy, this spooky tale explores braver

Cover of The Bedtime Narratives for Kids

The Bedtime Narratives for Kids

For the child who struggles to settle down at night, these gentle stories use soothing imagery and moral lessons to tran

Cover of Monsters Go Night-night

Monsters Go Night-night

For the toddler who resists the nightly routine, these silly monsters turn every 'no' into a 'goofy' with their unconven

Cover of Maggie and the Monster

Maggie and the Monster

Elizabeth Winthrop

For the child who hears bumps in the night and needs a brave new perspective on what those sounds might really be.

Cover of Roar of a Snore

Roar of a Snore

Marsha Diane Arnold

For families dealing with a noisy sleeper or a restless night, this rhythmic farmyard mystery turns a frustrating snore

Cover of Baby, Sleepy Baby

Baby, Sleepy Baby

For the parent seeking a lyrical way to transition their little one from the busyness of the day to a night of peaceful

Cover of Sixth-Grade Sleepover

Sixth-Grade Sleepover

For the child who feels like they are the only one with a secret fear, this story offers a comforting look at the pressu

Cover of Playtime for Restless Rascals

Playtime for Restless Rascals

For the high-energy child who treats every room as a playground, this lyrical story celebrates active play while gently

Cover of King Jack and the Dragon

King Jack and the Dragon

For the little adventurer who feels brave in the backyard but a bit nervous when the sun goes down and friends head home

Cover of Rosie and the Bunyip

Rosie and the Bunyip

Meredith Costain

For the imaginative child whose mind wanders to monsters in the shadows, this story offers a gentle way to navigate nigh

Cover of Leap Frog

For the little one who feels a bit jumpy at bedtime. Help Felix the frog navigate scary jungle noises and find a safe, q

Cover of Bear's Good Night

Bear's Good Night

For the parent looking to soothe a restless toddler, this gentle board book models a cozy bedtime checklist that turns t

Cover of Chugga Chugga Choo-Choo

Chugga Chugga Choo-Choo

For the little one who is captivated by anything with wheels, this rhythmic journey through a bedroom train set provides

Cover of Happy Dreams, Little Bunny

Happy Dreams, Little Bunny

For the child who feels restless or anxious when the lights go out, this gentle story uses imagination to turn bedtime i

Cover of Good Night, Spencer

Good Night, Spencer

For the toddler who needs a calming transition into sleep. Follow Spencer the cat through a soothing sequence of pajamas

Cover of Terror of the Nightwatchman

Scream Street #6

Terror of the Nightwatchman

Tommy Donbavand

For the child who loves spooky thrills but still needs a good laugh to feel brave during those creepy nighttime stories.

Cover of Moonbeans and the Dream Cafe

Magical Moon Cat #1

Moonbeans and the Dream Cafe

For the child who wonders if their pet leads a secret life, this story transforms night-time worries into a magical miss

Cover of Four Friends Together

Four Friends #4

Four Friends Together

For the preschooler who loves their stuffed animals and needs a gentle wind-down to ease the transition from busy play t

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