The Very Noisy Night

Reach for this book when your child is convinced that every bump, whistle, or tapping sound in the night is a sign of something scary. It is a perfect choice for those transition periods when a toddler or preschooler is struggling to stay in their own bed or is experiencing a new wave of nighttime anxiety. The story follows Little Mouse as he hears a variety of mysterious sounds: the wind, an owl, the rain: and seeks comfort from Big Mouse. It validates the reality of a child's sensory experience while gently re-framing those scary noises as ordinary, harmless events. This book is an excellent tool for modeling patience and for building a shared vocabulary around nighttime fears. By reading this together, you are signaling to your child that their worries are heard, but that they are also safe and protected.