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Books for Bedtime Struggles

305 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Goodnight Little Monkey

Elisa Anderson

For the toddler who needs a gentle nudge toward sleep, this calming routine uses a friendly animal friend to model a pea

Ages 1–4

Chugga Chugga Choo-Choo

Kevin Lewis

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

Ages 1–4

The Monster Bed

Jeanne Willis

For the child who peeks under the bed before lights out, this clever role-reversal story shows that even 'scary' monster

Ages 3–7

A Lot of Otters

Barbara Helen Berger

For the child who needs a soft transition into sleep, this dreamlike journey turns a box of books into a magical sea adv

Ages 2–5

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly #2

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

Jeff Kinney

For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire tale but still wants to laugh. These silly, mildly spooky stories turn

Ages 8–12

Bear's Good Night

Jane Cabrera

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

Ages 0–3

Leap Frog

Jane Clarke

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

Ages 2–5

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

Ages 6–9

Once Upon a Time, the End

Geoffrey Kloske

For the child who keeps asking for 'just one more story' when you are ready for bed, this hilarious book shows what happ

Ages 4–8

Harry and the Terrible Whatzit

Dick Gackenbach

For the child who imagines monsters in the shadows. Harry discovers that his fears shrink when he finds the courage to f

Ages 4–8

My Thoughts Are Clouds: Poems for Mindfulness

Georgia Heard

For the child who struggles with big feelings or a busy mind, these soothing poems offer gentle tools to find stillness

Ages 6–10

King Jack and the Dragon

Peter Bently

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

Ages 3–6

Playtime for Restless Rascals

Nikki Grimes

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

Ages 3–7

A Long Way Away

Frank Viva

For the child enchanted by the vastness of the world, this wordless adventure follows a journey from the deep sea to the

Ages 3–6

Bedtime for Sweet Creatures

Nikki Grimes

For the parent whose little one uses every ounce of energy and imagination to delay sleep. A patient, poetic guide to th

Ages 2–5

Sixth-Grade Sleepover

Eve Bunting

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

Ages 8–12

Baby, Sleepy Baby

Atinuke

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

Ages 0–3

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

Ages 3–7

Say Good Night!

Harriet Ziefert

For the child who fights sleep at night and resists the alarm in the morning. This cozy story helps toddlers embrace the

For the child who can't settle down without their special security object. This soothing tale validates the panic of a l

Ages 2–5

Tucked in the Barn

Agnes Green

For the toddler who needs a gentle nudge toward dreamland. This rhythmic journey through a cozy barn helps little ones w

Ages 2–5

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.

Ages 4–8

Monsters Go Night-night

Aaron Zenz

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

Ages 2–5

The Bedtime Narratives for Kids

Liam Alexander

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

Ages 4–8

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