Difference between revisions of "Top Ten Picture Books For Overcoming Bedtime Woes"
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|title=One More Hug For Nutmeg | |title=One More Hug For Nutmeg | ||
|author=Caroline Jayne Church | |author=Caroline Jayne Church | ||
|rating=4.5 | |rating=4.5 | ||
|summary=Nutmeg the mouse won't settle down for the night. She wants a drink, cuddly toy and a blanket. This is a sweet picture book that will ring true for every parent and child. | |summary=Nutmeg the mouse won't settle down for the night. She wants a drink, cuddly toy and a blanket. This is a sweet picture book that will ring true for every parent and child. | ||
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|title=Oliver Who Would Not Sleep | |title=Oliver Who Would Not Sleep | ||
|author=Mara Bergman and Nick Maland | |author=Mara Bergman and Nick Maland | ||
|rating=5 | |rating=5 | ||
|summary=The ideal wind down story for the child who doesn't go off to sleep easily. The rhyme is wonderful - they'll be telling you what comes next very quickly and as a bonus it's a pleasure to read aloud. The illustrations will delight both parents and children. | |summary=The ideal wind down story for the child who doesn't go off to sleep easily. The rhyme is wonderful - they'll be telling you what comes next very quickly and as a bonus it's a pleasure to read aloud. The illustrations will delight both parents and children. | ||
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|title=When Dragons Are Dreaming | |title=When Dragons Are Dreaming | ||
|author=James Mayhew and Lindsey Gardiner | |author=James Mayhew and Lindsey Gardiner | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=A gentle bedtime book about a dragon who doesn't want to go to sleep, and his newfound fairy friend. It's perfect for quietly reading to the very youngest book fans as they nod off. | |summary=A gentle bedtime book about a dragon who doesn't want to go to sleep, and his newfound fairy friend. It's perfect for quietly reading to the very youngest book fans as they nod off. | ||
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|title=Billy Monster's Daymare | |title=Billy Monster's Daymare | ||
|author=Alan Durant and Ross Collins | |author=Alan Durant and Ross Collins | ||
|rating=4.5 | |rating=4.5 | ||
|summary=Billy Monster has daymares - he keeps dreaming that he's seen a child and terrified that one might be lurking under the bad. Highly recommended by The Bookbag. | |summary=Billy Monster has daymares - he keeps dreaming that he's seen a child and terrified that one might be lurking under the bad. Highly recommended by The Bookbag. | ||
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|title=Darkness Slipped In | |title=Darkness Slipped In | ||
|author=Ella Burfoot | |author=Ella Burfoot | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=A great bedtime book for children who are scared of the dark. By personifying Darkness, it makes everything much less frightening. It's a fun story in its own right too. | |summary=A great bedtime book for children who are scared of the dark. By personifying Darkness, it makes everything much less frightening. It's a fun story in its own right too. | ||
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|title=How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? | |title=How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? | ||
|author=Jane Yolen | |author=Jane Yolen | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=Illustrations in this board book are fantastic, and the text and settings would appeal to parents struggling with children kicking up a fuss at bedtime while the dinosaur theme (with a twist) would appeal to the little 'uns. | |summary=Illustrations in this board book are fantastic, and the text and settings would appeal to parents struggling with children kicking up a fuss at bedtime while the dinosaur theme (with a twist) would appeal to the little 'uns. | ||
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|title=Emily Brown and the Thing | |title=Emily Brown and the Thing | ||
|author=Cressida Cowell | |author=Cressida Cowell | ||
|rating=4.5 | |rating=4.5 | ||
|summary=Fear of the dark turned on its head as Thing needs Emily Brown to stay with him so that he isn't alone in the dark. A marvellous book to help a child talk about its fears. Highly recommended. | |summary=Fear of the dark turned on its head as Thing needs Emily Brown to stay with him so that he isn't alone in the dark. A marvellous book to help a child talk about its fears. Highly recommended. | ||
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|title=Bella and Monty: A Hairy, Scary Night | |title=Bella and Monty: A Hairy, Scary Night | ||
|author=Alex T Smith | |author=Alex T Smith | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=Monty may be the biggest scaredy-cat this side of [[Hairy Maclary by Lynley Dodd|Hairy Maclary and chums]], but he's got brave Bella to help him through his fears. ''A Hairy, Scary Night'' is a great read for anyone trying to overcome fears of their own. | |summary=Monty may be the biggest scaredy-cat this side of [[Hairy Maclary by Lynley Dodd|Hairy Maclary and chums]], but he's got brave Bella to help him through his fears. ''A Hairy, Scary Night'' is a great read for anyone trying to overcome fears of their own. | ||
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|title=Small Billy and the Midnight Star | |title=Small Billy and the Midnight Star | ||
|author=Nette Hilton and Bruce Whatley | |author=Nette Hilton and Bruce Whatley | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=A delightful tale for the three-to-five-year-old age group, telling as it does of Billy's wonder at the night sky and how he worries when the star disappears. There's all the childish wonder at something so huge and incomprehensible and fear that it isn't permanent. | |summary=A delightful tale for the three-to-five-year-old age group, telling as it does of Billy's wonder at the night sky and how he worries when the star disappears. There's all the childish wonder at something so huge and incomprehensible and fear that it isn't permanent. | ||
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|title=Just Like Tonight | |title=Just Like Tonight | ||
|author=Amber Stewart and Layn Marlow | |author=Amber Stewart and Layn Marlow | ||
|rating=4 | |rating=4 | ||
|summary=Button the bear feels a bit scared before bedtime, so his father tells him the story of when he was born. A sweet tale that strikes all the right notes. | |summary=Button the bear feels a bit scared before bedtime, so his father tells him the story of when he was born. A sweet tale that strikes all the right notes. | ||
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Latest revision as of 12:04, 1 February 2024
Everyone knows the cry of I want a glass of water! Bedtime can be a real problem, with children not wanting to settle down to sleep, being scared of the dark, or even frightened of being left alone. These picture books address the issues in a gentle manner, helping kids better understand their fears and thus overcome them. It's not all serious though: there's a good smattering of humour too, which makes them great fun to read. Why not tell us about your favourite books for overcoming bedtime woes?
Review ofOne More Hug For Nutmeg by Caroline Jayne ChurchNutmeg the mouse won't settle down for the night. She wants a drink, cuddly toy and a blanket. This is a sweet picture book that will ring true for every parent and child. Full Review |
Review ofOliver Who Would Not Sleep by Mara Bergman and Nick MalandThe ideal wind down story for the child who doesn't go off to sleep easily. The rhyme is wonderful - they'll be telling you what comes next very quickly and as a bonus it's a pleasure to read aloud. The illustrations will delight both parents and children. Full Review |
Review ofWhen Dragons Are Dreaming by James Mayhew and Lindsey GardinerA gentle bedtime book about a dragon who doesn't want to go to sleep, and his newfound fairy friend. It's perfect for quietly reading to the very youngest book fans as they nod off. Full Review |
Review ofBilly Monster's Daymare by Alan Durant and Ross CollinsBilly Monster has daymares - he keeps dreaming that he's seen a child and terrified that one might be lurking under the bad. Highly recommended by The Bookbag. Full Review |
Review ofDarkness Slipped In by Ella BurfootA great bedtime book for children who are scared of the dark. By personifying Darkness, it makes everything much less frightening. It's a fun story in its own right too. Full Review |
Review ofHow Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night? by Jane YolenIllustrations in this board book are fantastic, and the text and settings would appeal to parents struggling with children kicking up a fuss at bedtime while the dinosaur theme (with a twist) would appeal to the little 'uns. Full Review |
Review ofEmily Brown and the Thing by Cressida CowellFear of the dark turned on its head as Thing needs Emily Brown to stay with him so that he isn't alone in the dark. A marvellous book to help a child talk about its fears. Highly recommended. Full Review |
Review ofBella and Monty: A Hairy, Scary Night by Alex T SmithMonty may be the biggest scaredy-cat this side of Hairy Maclary and chums, but he's got brave Bella to help him through his fears. A Hairy, Scary Night is a great read for anyone trying to overcome fears of their own. Full Review |
Review ofSmall Billy and the Midnight Star by Nette Hilton and Bruce WhatleyA delightful tale for the three-to-five-year-old age group, telling as it does of Billy's wonder at the night sky and how he worries when the star disappears. There's all the childish wonder at something so huge and incomprehensible and fear that it isn't permanent. Full Review |
Review ofJust Like Tonight by Amber Stewart and Layn MarlowButton the bear feels a bit scared before bedtime, so his father tells him the story of when he was born. A sweet tale that strikes all the right notes. Full Review |
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