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Books to help children overcome their fear of the dark and manage bedtime anxiety
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Mommy, I Want to Sleep in Your Bed!
Harriet Ziefert
For the child who consistently wakes up and wanders into their parents' room, this story provides gentle structure for s
Ages 2–5
Dirk Bones and the Mystery of the Haunted House
written and ill. by Doug Cushman
For the child who loves spooky fun but gets a little nervous about 'monsters' under the bed, this silly mystery turns th
Ages 4–8
Jack and the Night Visitors
Pat Schories
For the curious child who finds magic in the quiet of the night and needs a gentle way to explore the wonders of the unk
Ages 3–7
Dinosaur's Binkit
Sandra Boynton
For the toddler who can't settle down without their favorite comfort object, this cozy story follows a dinosaur on a sea
Ages 0–3
Ten Creepy Monsters
Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis
For the preschooler who loves spooky things but needs a laugh. This rhythmic countdown helps turn scary creatures into s
Ages 2–5
Unicorn Stories for Kids: Fantasy Stories for Bedtime to Help Children Relax, Manage Anxiety, Fall Asleep Soundly and Have Happy Dreams Includin
Unknown
For children who struggle to settle down at night or experience bedtime worries, these calming unicorn tales use mindful
Ages 4–8
Meditation Stories for Kids: Calming Fantasy Stories and Techniques to Help Children Relax and Deal with Emotion and Anxiety
Unknown
For the child who struggles to quiet their mind at the end of the day, these fantasy-themed guided meditations offer a m
Ages 5–10
Theo and Morpheus' Medallion
D.S. Chytiris
For the child who experiences vivid dreams or nighttime fears, this magical quest offers a sense of agency over the hidd
Ages 8–12
Here and Now
Julia Denos
For the child who feels overwhelmed by big emotions or a busy schedule, this soothing book teaches them how to pause and
Ages 4–8
Nocturne
Isol
For the child who needs a bit of magic to ease nighttime nerves. This interactive glow-in-the-dark book turns the dark i
Ages 4–8
Spot Loves Bedtime
Eric Hill
For the toddler who can't settle down without their favorite toy. This gentle story follows Spot through his nightly rou
Ages 0–3
Come Down, Cat!
Sonya Hartnett
For the child who feels small in a big world or worries about their pets at night. A soothing story about helping a frie
Ages 3–7
The Haunted House
Peter Lippman
For toddlers who are curious about the things that go bump in the night, this playful board book turns a spooky house in
Ages 1–4
The Rabbit, the Dark, and the Cookie Tin
Nicola O'Byrne
For the child who negotiates every minute of bedtime, this whimsical tale shows why the dark is actually a friend that b
Ages 3–7
Time for Us
Rebecca Walker
For the child needing extra reassurance during transitions or busy days. This soothing, rhyming story celebrates the ste
Ages 2–5
Bedtime for Batman
Michael Dahl
For the little hero who resists the nightly wind-down, this clever parallel story transforms a standard bedtime routine
Ages 2–5
What's That Noise?
Mary Roennfeldt
For the child who hears every creak and rustle at night: join a zookeeper on a moonlit search for the source of a myster
Ages 3–7
The Yellow Book of Hob Stories
William Mayne
For the child who wonders about the creaks under the stairs or the missing tooth, these stories offer a gentle, magical
Ages 5–8
Hooray for Harry
Kim Lewis
For the child who can't settle down without their special security object. This soothing tale validates the panic of a l
Ages 2–5
The Tailypo: A Ghost Story
Joanna Galdone
For the child who loves the thrill of a campfire story and is learning to navigate the fun, spine-tingling tension of be
Ages 5–9
Henry's Night
D.B. Johnson, Linda Michelin
For the child who hears strange noises after the lights go out, this gentle story transforms the mystery of the night in
Ages 3–6
Big Bear Is Coming!
Anuska Allepuz
For families looking to turn bedtime nerves into a playful adventure, this story celebrates the magic of rough-and-tumbl
Ages 3–7
Moonbeans and the Dream Cafe
Annie Dalton
For the child who wonders if their pet leads a secret life, this story transforms night-time worries into a magical miss
Ages 7–9
Even If I Spill My Milk?
Anna Grossnickle Hines
For the child who needs extra reassurance that making mistakes or being apart won't change a parent's love. Perfect for
Ages 2–5
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