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Books for Bedtime Struggles

484 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Strange and Terrible Things: A Guide to Creatures That Haunt Our Dreams

Strange and Terrible Things: A Guide to Creatures That Haunt Our Dreams

For the curious reader who finds wonder in the dark. This guide explores global folklore to help older kids process the

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Little Sleepyhead

Elizabeth McPike

For the parent looking to turn the evening routine into a bonding experience, this rhythmic lullaby celebrates every par

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All Kinds of Kisses

Nancy Tafuri, Emma Walton Hamilton

For the parent looking to soothe a restless toddler with a rhythmic, affectionate story that celebrates animal families

Ages 0–4

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My Parents Think I'm Sleeping

For the child who stays awake listening to the house's every creak, this collection of funny poems turns the lonely hour

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Benny Rabbit and the Owl

For the child who is certain there is something lurking in their dark closet at bedtime. Father Rabbit helps Benny disti

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Click, Clack, Moo #5

Click, Clack, Boo!: A Tricky Treat

For the child who might be a little nervous about spooky things, this silly barnyard tale turns Halloween 'scary' sounds

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Nothing Can Frighten a Bear

For the child who hears bumps in the night and needs a gentle, funny way to realize that things aren't always as scary a

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Holly Young Huth

For the child who fears the night, this tropical tale shows how the darkness holds its own soft magic and sparkling wond

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Unicorn in a Haunted House

For the child who gets a little nervous when the lights go out or hears a strange noise, this rhyming tale proves that m

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Ruby and the Elephant From the Wall

Jan Titz, Sonja Titz

For the child who finds magic in the everyday and turns the quiet corners of their room into a world of adventure and co

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The Giggle Club #2

Little Clancy's New Drum

For the spirited toddler whose energy knows no bounds and the parents finding beauty in the chaos of a very noisy day.

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The Teeny-Tiny Woman

For the child who enjoys a little bit of suspense followed by a big laugh, this cozy classic turns a spooky situation in

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For All the Stars Across the Sky

For the child who needs a soft landing at the end of the day. This lyrical journey uses the power of imagination to turn

Cover of Peace at Last

For the family exhausted by nighttime disruptions. Follow Mr. Bear through a relatable, noisy quest for sleep that turns

Cover of Don't Open the Door After the Sun Goes Down: Tales of the Real and Unreal

Don't Open the Door After the Sun Goes Down: Tales of the Real and Unreal

For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story and is looking for a spooky, bite-sized mystery that lingers afte

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Can't Scare Me!

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

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Scariest Book Ever

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

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What Rhymes with Moon?

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.

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Fantasy Dragon Steve

Bedtime for Dragon

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

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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

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Diary of Twin Sisters Unicorn Cats Bedtime Story

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

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Good Night, Little Fish

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

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Bathtime for Father Christmas

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

Cover of Good Night, Baby

Good Night, Baby

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

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