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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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Monsters Moods
Adam Adam Brookstone
For the child navigating big feelings like anger, fear, or sadness, this rhyming guide offers simple, monster-sized stra
Ages 3–5
Little Heroes' Tales
Kristina Munvez
For children navigating the big emotions of everyday life, from nighttime jitters to the sting of jealousy or the ache o
Ages 3–7
The Midnight Panda
Holly Webb
For the child who sees monsters in every shadow and finds nighttime a little too scary, this gentle story turns darkness
Ages 5–8
Don't Go to Sleep!
R. L. Stine
For the child who feels their personal space is too small or finds themselves wishing for a different life, only to real
Ages 8–12
Do Not Fear, God Is Near
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who struggles with nighttime nerves or being teased by siblings, this story offers biblical reassurance an
Ages 3–7
The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Dream
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
For the child who is feeling scared of the dark or having trouble sleeping after seeing something spooky on a screen.
Ages 3–7
Bear Feels Scared
Karma Wilson
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big world or a scary storm. This soothing story reminds little ones that friend
Ages 2–6
The Berenstain Bears and the Haunted House
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
For the little one who is nervous about shadows or bumps in the night, this playful mystery helps turn spooky worries in
Ages 2–5
Scared Unicorn
Clever Publishing
For the toddler who is nervous when the lights go out. This interactive story lets little ones play an active role in he
Ages 1–4
It's Only a Nightmare!
Robert Lawrence Stine
For the child who struggles with scary dreams or loves to be in control of the outcome when things get spooky.
Ages 8–12
Dream Friends
You Byun
For the shy child who feels most at home in their own imagination and is navigating the quiet nerves of making a real fr
Ages 3–7
Day Is Done
Peter Yarrow
For the child who needs extra reassurance at bedtime, this soothing song-turned-story promises that they are never truly
Ages 2–6
When the Baby-Sitter Comes
Shawna Rae Meyer
For the child who feels a little nervous about staying home with a new person while parents go out.
Ages 2–5
Owl Babies
Martin Waddell
For the child who feels anxious when a parent leaves the room, this gentle story provides reassurance that Mommy always
Ages 2–5
Boo!
Clive Gifford
For the child who wonders about the strange noises in the hallway at night or worries about what might be lurking under
Ages 3–6
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
Martin Waddell
For the child who needs extra reassurance at night, this gentle story follows a patient guardian helping a little one ov
Ages 2–6
The Wolves in the Walls
Neil Gaiman
For the child who feels unheard or notices things others ignore, this story validates their instincts and shows how to f
Ages 5–10
The Boy Who Found His Brave At Night
Nina Alexander, Alexander Asher
For the child who feels anxious when the lights go out or struggles with the transition to nighttime independence.
Ages 3–7
Jade Braves the Dark
Valdene Mark
For the child who feels nervous when the lights go out or hears strange noises at night. This story provides gentle enco
Ages 3–7
The Berenstain Bears: Bears in the Night
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
For the child who hears a strange sound in the dark and needs to know they are brave enough to face the unknown. A playf
Ages 3–7
Noises at Night
Beth Raisner Glass, Susan Lubner
For the child who feels uneasy when the house gets quiet. This soothing story transforms mysterious nighttime sounds int
Ages 3–7
Lily and the Night Creatures
Nick Lake
For the child who feels small and vulnerable when the lights go out or when facing a scary change at home.
Ages 7–11
I Need My Monster
Amanda Noll
For the child who finds comfort in the familiar routines of bedtime, even the spooky ones. This silly story turns nightt
Ages 5–8
Flash, Crash, Rumble, and Roll
Franklyn M. Branley
For the child who hides under the covers when the sky gets dark. This gentle science guide demystifies thunderstorms to
Ages 4–8
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