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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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The Banshee
Karen Ackerman
For the child who feels uneasy about nighttime sounds or spooky stories. This lyrical tale reframes a scary legend as a
Ages 5–9
Adventure on Klickitat Island
Hilary Horder Hippely
For the child who feels anxious during thunderstorms or worries about others' safety. This story uses imagination to tur
Ages 3–7
Things that Go Burp! in the Night
Lynne Moerder
For the early learner building confidence with nighttime sounds and routines. A rhyming, silly adventure that turns a mi
Ages 3–5
Scary, Scary Halloween
Eve Bunting
For the child who loves the thrill of being a little bit spooked while knowing they are safely tucked away with family.
Ages 4–8
Stories of Monsters
Russell Punter
For the child who wonders about the bumps in the night. This collection of silly tales turns scary monsters into funny a
Ages 5–7
Bedtime Cat
Lynn Reiser
For the toddler who needs a calming sequence to end the day. This gentle story follows a child and their pet through a c
Ages 1–4
Polar Bear Night
Lauren Thompson
For the child who feels both curious and a little nervous about the world after dark, this soothing story offers a safe
Ages 2–5
The Longest Night
Marion Dane Bauer
For the child who feels restless in the dark or small in a big world, this lyrical tale offers comfort through the quiet
Ages 4–8
This Book Is Haunted
Joanne Rocklin
For the child who loves things that go bump in the night but isn't quite ready for real scares. These silly stories and
Ages 4–8
Pajama Party
Joan Holub
For the child excited about their first sleepover or those who find bedtime a bit too quiet, this energetic story celebr
Ages 4–6
Where Teddy Bears Come From
Mark Burgess
For the child who struggles to fall asleep or needs a companion to feel safe at night. A gentle story about finding comf
Ages 3–7
Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Mo Willems
For the child who has ever felt the panic of a lost or swapped toy, this story offers a comforting look at managing big
Ages 3–7
Night-time
Alastair Smith
For the curious toddler who wonders what happens when the sun goes down. This interactive book turns nighttime mystery i
Ages 2–5
Bedtime Stories for Kids: Vol 2 + Vol 3
Giuly Gabriell Thompson
For the child who struggles to settle down at night or feels nervous about the dark, these gentle tales provide a soothi
Ages 3–9
Keepers of the Night
Michael J. Caduto, Joseph Bruchac
For the child who is nervous about the dark or curious about what happens when the world sleeps. Explore the magic of th
Ages 5–12
Operation: Hat Heist!
Jason Platt
For the child who loves a little chill with their thrills. These spooky stories help beginning readers face creepy shado
Ages 5–8
How to Catch a Ghost
Bill Martin Jr.
For the early reader who loves a little spooky fun. This rhythmic, playful guide helps children turn a scary concept int
Ages 3–7
The Silver Christmas Tree
Pat Hutchins
For the child who experiences nighttime worries or wonders about the changing world around them, this cozy story follows
Ages 3–7
Where Is Polka Dots?
Samantha Berger
For the child who can't settle down because their favorite stuffed animal is missing. Help your little one navigate bedt
Ages 2–5
Dark Emperor & Other Poems of the Night
Joyce Sidman
For the child who wonders what happens in the woods while they sleep, this beautifully illustrated collection turns nigh
Ages 6–12
Mr Moonlight
Jane Carroll
For the curious child who hears strange bumps in the night and wants to investigate rather than hide.
Ages 6–9
Good Night, Firefly
Gabriel Alborozo
For the child who wants to hold onto something special forever, this story explores how true kindness often means lettin
Ages 3–7
The Princess and Her Panther
Wendy Orr
For the child who feels a little nervous about the dark or sleeping away from their bed, this story uses the power of pl
Ages 3–7
Be a Night Detective
Peggy Kochanoff
For the child who wonders what happens in the backyard after dark. This nature guide transforms curiosity about the nigh
Ages 6–9
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