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Ages 4–7
Ages 8–11
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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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The Night Box
Louise Greig
For the child who is nervous about what happens when the sun goes down, this lyrical story turns the transition to night
Ages 3–7
The Creakers
Tom Fletcher
For the child who thrives on mess and magic, this adventure turns a fear of the dark into a courageous quest to save the
Ages 7–11
Horrid Henry's Haunted House
Francesca Simon
For the child who loves a little mischief and needs to navigate those tricky feelings of sibling rivalry through humor a
Ages 5–9
My Girragundji
Meme McDonald, Boori Monty Pryor
For the child grappling with nighttime fears or feeling like an outsider, this story uses the power of nature and herita
Ages 10–14
I Will Keep You Safe and Sound
Lori Haskins Houran
A comforting bedtime story that shows how animals in the wild find cozy places to rest, ending with a child safe and tuc
Ages 2–5
The Hairy Toe
Daniel Postgate
For the child who loves the thrill of a slightly scary story, this rhythmic retelling builds delicious tension before a
Ages 3–7
There's No Such Thing!
Tony Mitton
For the child who loves things that go bump in the night and needs a playful way to process their fears of what might be
Ages 3–7
Don't Wake Up the Tiger
Britta Teckentrup
For the wiggly preschooler who loves to be part of the story, this interactive adventure turns reading into a hands-on m
Ages 2–5
Looking for a Jumbie
Tracey Baptiste
For the child who loves things that go bump in the night and needs a brave friend to show them that 'monsters' are often
Ages 4–8
20 Superhero Pets Bedtime Stories For Kids Age 3 - 8
Blume Potter
For the child who loves the Arthur series and needs a boost of courage, these stories reimagine familiar friends as hero
Ages 3–8
Ira Sleeps Over
Bernard Waber
For the child who loves their comfort object but worries what friends might think. A gentle look at peer pressure and th
Ages 4–8
Ghosts in the House!
Kazuno Kohara
For the child who might be nervous about what's lurking in the corners, this story transforms scary spirits into useful
Ages 3–7
There's a Sea in My Bedroom
Margaret Wild
For the child who feels overwhelmed by the vastness of the ocean or loud waves, this story uses the power of play to tur
Ages 3–7
My Very Own Angel
Jaime T. Kelley
For the child seeking comfort in the idea of a constant, invisible protector, this story offers a sense of safety and sp
Ages 3–7
A Lion in the Night
Pamela Allen
For the child who needs to feel that even the wildest nighttime adventures end in the safety of a warm breakfast and a l
Ages 3–6
Sleeping Dragons All Around
Sheree Fitch
For the child whose imagination turns a dark house into a magical obstacle course. A whimsical, rhythmic romp through a
Ages 3–7
Scared Silly!
Marc Brown
For the child who feels a bit nervous about monsters under the bed or spooky shadows at night, this collection uses laug
Ages 5–9
Gumball's Ghost Stories
Eric Luper
For the child who loves to be a little bit scared but needs a lot of laughs to feel brave during a spooky sleepover.
Ages 6–9
Unicorn in a Haunted House
Hannan Rachel
For the child who gets a little nervous when the lights go out or hears a strange noise, this rhyming tale proves that m
Ages 3–7
Waiting Out the Storm
JoAnn Early Macken
For the child who hides under the covers when the sky gets dark and loud, this soothing story transforms scary thunder i
Ages 3–7
A Creepy Countdown
Charlotte Huck
For the child who loves the thrill of Halloween but needs a predictable rhythm to navigate spooky imagery. This rhythmic
Ages 3–7
Alfie's Lost Sharkie
Anna Walker
For the child who cannot settle down until their favorite companion is found. A soothing search through the house that v
Ages 2–5
Night Creatures
DK Publishing
For the child who wonders what happens in the woods after bedtime. This book uses stunning photos to introduce the busy
Ages 6–8
The Gruffalo's Child
Julia Donaldson
For the child who is ready to test their own bravery and explore the world, even when they have been told tales of thing
Ages 3–7
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