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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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Nightmares: Poems to Trouble Your Sleep
Jack Prelutsky
For the child who loves a spine-tingling thrill, these dark, atmospheric poems introduce legendary monsters through vivi
Ages 8–12
Lumi: The Firefly That Was Afraid of the Dark
Maike Prosoli
For the child who feels like an outsider because of their fears, this gentle story shows that even the smallest light ca
Ages 4–8
The Moonlit Campout
Ruth Symons
For the child who feels a little nervous about the dark or their first night away from home, this gentle forest adventur
Ages 3–7
Bedtime Fairy Magic
Janelle Thompson
For the child who needs a little extra comfort to settle down at night. A gentle fairy guides toddlers through a soothin
Ages 2–5
My Super Daddy
Emily Hartmann
For children who look up to their dads as everyday heroes, this book celebrates the comfort, strength, and playful joy f
Ages 4–6
The Shepherd's Song The Twenty-third Psalm
Julia Miner
For children seeking comfort and security, this book transforms the 23rd Psalm into a visual story of a shepherd family'
Ages 4–8
Halloween Night on Shivermore Street
Pam Pollack, Meg Belviso
For the child who loves the thrill of a 'spooky' surprise, this interactive journey through a haunted house turns Hallow
Ages 4–8
Big Kid Bed
Leslie Patricelli
For the toddler ready to trade their crib for a big kid bed, this story celebrates the excitement and tiny bit of worry
Ages 1–3
Bommasaurus and Me
Little Hedgehog Books
For the child who finds bravery and comfort in their favorite stuffed friend. A gentle story about the magical security
Ages 2–5
Why Do Grown-ups Have All the Fun?
Marisabina Russo
For the child who lies awake wondering if the party starts the moment they head to bed, this gentle story demystifies th
Ages 3–7
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
Seven Strange & Ghostly Tales
Brian Jacques
For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story and wants to test their courage with classic, spooky tales of the
Ages 9–13
A Very Scary Ghost Story
Joanne Barkan
For the child who is nervous about things that go bump in the night. This interactive glow-in-the-dark adventure helps t
Ages 3–7
25 Fun Bedtime Stories for Kids Ages 9-12
Joseph Jacobs
For the family looking to reconnect at the end of the day through the timeless magic of folklore and classic moral tales
Ages 8–12
Think a Thought A Book About Mindfulness
Conor McGlauflin
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big feelings or 'stuck' on a specific idea, this gentle guide transforms abstract
Ages 3–6
Nicky's Noisy Night
Harriet Ziefert
For the little one who is curious or a bit cautious about the bumps in the night. Interactive flaps help toddlers demyst
Ages 2–5
Little Bear's Big House
Benjamin Chaud
For the child who craves independence but still needs the safety of home. This oversized adventure explores the thrill o
Ages 3–6
Nighttime Ninja
Barbara DaCosta
For the child who turns a quiet house into a grand stage for adventure. This shadowy mission celebrates the thrill of im
Ages 3–6
The Puffin Book of Ghosts and Ghouls
Gene Kemp
For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story. This curated anthology offers atmospheric, spooky tales that bui
Ages 8–12
The House of Boo
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child who loves the thrill of a spooky dare but needs a safe way to explore nighttime jitters and dark corners.
Ages 4–8
Night Flight
David Barclay Moore
For the child who feels a little lonely or anxious when parents are away for the evening, this lyrical story turns separ
Ages 4–8
The Horrors of Howling Hall
Skip Skwarek
For the child who loves a gentle thrill and is fascinated by how things work. This interactive pop-up provides a safe wa
Ages 5–9
The Big White Ghost
Gail Herman
For the child who feels a little nervous about bumps in the night or mysterious shapes in the shadows.
Ages 3–6
Ellabeth's Light
Aleesah Darlison
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a world that seems gray or dark, Ellabeth's journey offers a spark of hope and th
Ages 7–10
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