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Books for Bedtime Struggles

305 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Can't Scare Me!

Ashley Bryan

For the child who claims to be brave but needs a playful way to process nighttime jitters and the thrill of the 'scary'

Ages 4–8

Scariest Book Ever

Bob Shea

For the child who imagines monsters in every shadow. This hilariously meta story helps kids laugh at their anxieties by

Ages 3–7

What Rhymes with Moon?

Jane Yolen

For the child who gazes out the window at the night sky and wonders why the moon changes shape or what it is made of.

Ages 6–10

Bobby and the Monsters

Marie Blair

For the child who peeks under the bed or needs a nightlight to feel safe. This rhyming story transforms nighttime anxiet

Ages 3–7

Junglewalk

Nancy Tafuri

For the child who loves to imagine big adventures within the safety of their own home, this wordless journey celebrates

For the child who needs help winding down at night. This soothing verse follows a little dragon as he completes his nigh

Ages 2–6

Children Bedtime Stories

Abraham Hossni

For the child who needs a quiet transition to sleep. These gentle short stories offer simple moral lessons to help littl

Ages 4–8

PAPA'S BEDTIME STORY

Mary Lee Donovan

For the child who needs a gentle wind-down, this rhythmic story mirrors the safety of a father's love across the animal

Ages 3–7

Diary of Twin Sisters Unicorn Cats Bedtime Story

Emily Summer

For the child who loves magical creatures and needs a soothing bridge from playtime to sleep. This gentle story follows

Ages 3–6

Little Fish

Good Night, Little Fish

Lucy Cousins

For the toddler who needs a gentle nudge toward sleep, this vibrant underwater journey turns saying good night into a rh

Ages 0–3

Bathtime for Father Christmas

Fiona Watt

For toddlers transitioning from the excitement of the holidays to a calm evening routine. This tactile book helps little

For the parent looking to soothe a restless toddler, this gentle board book transforms the evening routine into a series

Ages 0–3

The Magical Night Bed Time Story

Vlad New Book Press

For the child who needs a calming bridge from the busy day to a world of dreams. This story uses imaginative wonder to h

Ages 2–6

Big Bear and Little Bear #5

Sleep Tight, Little Bear

Martin Waddell

For the child who is ready to explore their independence but still needs the comforting safety of being close to their g

Ages 2–5

Monsters Enjoy Fairy Tales Too

Jason Prowell

For the child who finds scary creatures a bit too spooky, this rhyming tale reveals that even the most famous monsters l

Ages 3–7

The Dream Train: Poems for Bedtime

Sean Taylor

For the child who needs a soft transition from a busy day to a restful night. These gentle poems create a calming ritual

Ages 2–7

Little Spotted Cat

Alyssa Satin Capucilli

For the little one who isn't quite ready for a nap, this soothing story explores the gentle curiosity of a kitten before

Ages 2–5

The House of Boo

J. Patrick Lewis

For the child who loves the thrill of a spooky dare but needs a safe way to explore nighttime jitters and dark corners.

Ages 4–8

Magical Moon Cat #1

Moonbeans and the Dream Cafe

Annie Dalton

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

Ages 7–9

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.

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

Ages 0–3

Big Journey of Little Bunny

Ira Martur

For the child who needs a soft transition from the excitement of the day to a restful night's sleep through gentle explo

Ages 2–5

Happy Dreams, Little Bunny

Leah Hong

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

Ages 3–6

Go-Go Guys

Rowboat Watkins

For the high-energy child who isn't ready to stop playing when the sun goes down, this cosmic adventure helps transition

Ages 3–5

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