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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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The Pumpkin Ghost Files
Novaa Prithiv
For the child who loves the thrill of a ghost story and the satisfaction of piecing together a deep, unfolding mystery a
Ages 8–12
Meet Zerro
Alona Lona
For the child who peeks under the bed at night. This comforting story transforms nighttime anxiety into a world of hidde
Ages 3–7
A Starlit Trip to the Library
Andrew Katz, Juliana Léveillé-Trudel
For the little reader who feels a sense of panic when a favorite ritual is disrupted, this nighttime adventure turns a f
Ages 3–7
Rock-a-Bye Penguin
Aly Fronis
For the little one who needs extra reassurance at bedtime, this soothing rhyme reminds them that Daddy is always there t
Ages 0–3
Angry Octopus
Lori Lite
For the child who struggles with big bursts of anger or stress, this story introduces gentle muscle relaxation and breat
Ages 6–12
The Friendly Fright Book
Nora S
For the child who loves the spooky spirit of Halloween but needs a gentle, reassuring approach to nighttime fears and im
Ages 4–7
Pip's Magic
Ellen Stoll Walsh
For the child who feels small and worried about the dark, this gentle tale reveals that true magic and bravery are alrea
Ages 3–7
The Darkest Dark
Chris Hadfield
For the child who is afraid of what lurks in the shadows at night, this true story shows how the dark is actually the do
Ages 4–8
The Boy and the Cloth of Dreams
Jenny Koralek
For the child who struggles with nighttime fears and needs to feel empowered to face the 'monsters' under the bed or sha
Ages 4–8
Lon Po Po: A Red-Riding Hood Story From China
Ed Young
For the child learning to trust their instincts, this suspenseful folktale shows how clever thinking and teamwork can ov
Ages 4–8
A Sick Day for Amos McGee
Philip C. Stead
For the child who loves their routine and needs a gentle reminder that when they're under the weather, their kindness to
Ages 2–6
All-Day Nightmare
R. L. Stine
For the child who loves to be in control of the story, this spooky interactive adventure helps them navigate fears and c
Ages 8–12
The Supernatural
Tracey Turner
For the curious child who loves spooky stories and wonders if monsters are real. This book explores the myths and histor
Ages 8–12
The Monster That Lived Under My Bed
Chloe Sanders
For the child who finds shadows a bit spooky at night, this gentle tale reimagines what is hiding under the bed as a leg
Ages 3–7
The Berenstain Bears and the Ghost of the Forest
Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who gets a little nervous in the dark or around spooky stories, especially when someone is trying to tease
Ages 3–7
Dream Thief
Tony Abbott
For the child who loves imagining magical worlds and wants to feel like a hero alongside their best friends.
Ages 7–10
The Moonlight Meeting
Tracey Hecht, Rumur Dowling
For the child who feels like an outsider and is looking for their pack. Discover how three very different animals find c
Ages 6–8
After Dark
Pam Holden
For the curious child who wonders what happens in the woods while they are tucked in bed. Discover the secret lives of a
Ages 4–6
Dawn and the Big Sleepover
Ann M. Martin
For the child who struggles with nighttime fears or the transition of sleeping away from home, Dawn organizes a giant sl
Ages 8–12
In the Night Garden
Carin Berger
For the child who feels uneasy about the dark or the unknown of nighttime. This soothing journey transforms the dark int
Ages 3–7
The Adventures of Isabel
Ogden Nash
For the child needing a boost of bravery, this playful poem features a girl who meets monsters and scary situations with
Ages 4–8
The Best Bedtime Book
Nate Gunter
For children who struggle to settle down or feel anxious when the lights go out, this story provides a soothing transiti
Ages 2–5
50 Bedtime Adventure Stories for Young Kids Book 1
People with Books
For the child who loves the idea of exploring new worlds but needs a short, comforting story to help them wind down befo
Ages 4–8
The Emperor of Absurdia
Chris Riddell
For the child with a vivid inner world who finds wonder in the everyday. A surreal, beautifully illustrated journey thro
Ages 3–8
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