Books About Bedtime · 949 titles considered

The Best Bedtime Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about bedtime? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Secret Garden
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

The Secret Garden

A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.

352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Summary: Mary Lennox, orphaned and alone in her uncle's dreary mansion, discovers a key to a forbidden garden. As she unlocks its secrets, she steps into a magical world that changes everything. What mysteries lie within, and how will they alter her life forever?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1982

The BFG

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young orphan is carried off by a dream-blowing giant, then must help him stop the man-eating ones.

FCBG Children’s Book Award (1983)
207 pages· 36,978 words· Est. 5 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 538,121 ratings
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Summary: Sophie, a young orphan, is whisked away by the BFG, a gentle giant unlike his fearsome kin. When she learns of a sinister plan by other giants to devour children in England, Sophie and the BFG embark on a daring mission to thwart them. Can this unlikely duo save the day, or will the giants' hunger prevail? Join Sophie and the BFG on a whimsical adventure filled with danger, courage, and unexpected friendships.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1972

Mouse Tales

Seven mouse boys get a bedtime story each from their Papa.

64 pages· 1,565 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Summary: Seven little mice can't sleep, so they ask their Papa for a bedtime story. Papa surprises them with seven enchanting tales, one for each curious mouse. What adventures await in each story?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1911

Peter Pan and Wendy

Children fly to Neverland, facing pirates and peril.

216 pages· 45,969 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
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Summary: Join Peter Pan and Tinker Bell as they whisk the Darling children to Neverland, a magical realm of adventure. But danger looms with Captain Hook and his pirates plotting mischief. Will the children outsmart the fearsome Hook, or face a watery fate? Discover a world where imagination reigns and courage is tested.
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1985

My Parents Think I'm Sleeping

By Jack Prelutsky, Yossi Abolafia (Illustrator)

A child's nighttime adventures begin when the lights go out.

48 pages· 1,151 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 492 ratings
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Summary: When the lights go out, one boy's night is just beginning. From reading under the covers to sneaking cake from the kitchen, his imagination runs wild. What mischief awaits in the shadows?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

What This Story Needs Is a Hush and a Shush

A pig's bedtime is disrupted by noisy farm animals. Can she find peace to sleep?

40 pages· 150 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 321 ratings
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Summary: Pig, in her wig, is ready for bed with her teddy bear, but the farm's honks, quacks, and moos keep her awake. Will she find a quieter spot to catch some ZZZs? Join this lively adventure filled with giggles and surprises as Pig searches for the perfect place to sleep. Discover if she can outsmart the noisy farm and finally get some rest.
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015

To the Sea

A boy befriends a lost blue whale and embarks on a journey to return him home.

32 pages· 389 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Summary: Tim feels unnoticed at school until he meets Sam, a blue whale who needs help finding his way back to the ocean. As Tim takes on the challenge of guiding Sam home, he discovers the true meaning of friendship and courage. Will Tim succeed in his mission, and what adventures await them along the way? Dive into this heartwarming tale of an extraordinary bond and the lengths one will go to for a friend.
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2017

More Than Balloons

Discover the boundless love that surpasses all others.

26 pages
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Summary: Explore a world where balloons adore the moon and tubas cherish tunes, yet nothing compares to the love we hold for you. Through playful rhymes and enchanting illustrations, this tale introduces little ones to the profound concept of love, inviting them to see its beauty and depth in everyday wonders. What makes love so extraordinary? Dive into this whimsical journey to find out.
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2013

The Snatchabook

A group of books disappear at night in the town of Burrow Down, leading to a mysterious figure being discovered,

32 pages· 580 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Summary: In Burrow Down, bedtime stories are vanishing. Determined rabbit Eliza Brown stays awake to catch the thief. She discovers the Snatchabook, a lonely creature longing for a story. Will the animals forgive and share their tales?
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2007

Little Hoot

Little Owl wants to sleep early, but his parents insist on late-night play.

28 pages
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Summary: Little Owl just wants to sleep like his friends, but his parents insist he stays up late. As he jumps on his bed and skateboards through the night, he's frustrated by this nocturnal lifestyle. Will Little Owl find a way to rest, or is he destined for endless nighttime adventures? This playful twist on bedtime struggles will resonate with children who resist sleep.
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Bedtime Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about bedtime for the youngest readers and listeners.

Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site

Ages 4–8 · 2011

A group of construction trucks work together to build a building and then go to bed.

You Are My Happy

Ages 0–4 · 2019

A bedtime tale of gratitude and joy shared between a mother bear and her cub.

Baby Bear Sees Blue

Ages 2–4 · 2012

Join Baby Bear on a colorful forest adventure.

The Going To Bed Book

Ages 2–5 · 1982

A playful group of animals wind down for bedtime with baths and brushes.

Pajama Time!

Ages 0–3 · 2000

Animals dance in pajamas before bedtime. Join the fun!

Sunrise, Moonrise

Ages 2–4 · 2016

Discover the rhythm of day and night as creatures awaken and rest.

Touch the Brightest Star
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Touch the Brightest Star

Ages 4–8 · 2015

Discover the magic of the night sky in an interactive bedtime journey.

Russell the Sheep
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Russell the Sheep

Ages 2–5 · 2005

A sleepless sheep seeks the secret to slumber.

The Wonderful Habits of Rabbits

Ages 2–5 · 2016

Discover the charming daily rituals of a rabbit family through the seasons.

Goodnight, Mice!

Ages 3–6 · 2011

Four mischievous mice resist bedtime, creating a playful nighttime adventure.

Dream Animals

Ages 0–3 · 2013

Discover your dream animal and the magical adventures it brings at bedtime.

All the Awake Animals Are Almost Asleep

Ages 2–4 · 2012

Animals drift to sleep from A to Z in this soothing bedtime tale.

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Bedtime Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about bedtime for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Hop Along Boo
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Hop Along Boo

Ages 3–7 · 2016

Embark on a dreamy journey to a cozy bedtime.

You Are Special

Ages 4–7 · 1997

A wooden boy struggles to find his place in a world where his worth is determined by the stickers given to him by his peers.

The King Who Banned the Dark

Ages 3–6 · 2018

A king bans darkness, but sleepless citizens demand change. Can he face his fears?

The Storybook Knight
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The Storybook Knight

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A knight is sent on a quest to tame a dragon, but instead of fighting, he uses his love of reading to solve problems and make friends.

Lion's Lullaby

Ages 0–2 · 2016

A girl soothes her toys to sleep with hugs and lullabies.

Just Because

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A collection of whimsical and imaginative explanations for various natural phenomena and everyday occurrences.

Harry and Horsie

Ages 4–8 · 2009

A boy's late-night adventure with his friend leads to an unexpected journey.

Unicorn Night

Ages 0–3 · 2022

Unicorns prance all day, but can they find rest and sweet dreams at night?

You Belong Here

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover where you truly belong in this enchanting bedtime journey.

Tomorrow I'll Be Brave

Ages 3–7 · 2018

A child's promise to be their best self tomorrow.

Dream Away

Ages 3–5 · 2011

A father and son explore dreams, discovering the universe's endless possibilities.

Can't Sleep Without Sheep

Ages 3–6 · 2010

Ava's sheep quit, leaving chaos as new animals try to help her sleep.

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Bedtime Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about bedtime for developing and independent readers.

Goodnight Opus

Ages 7–+ · 1993

A penguin's bedtime story turns into a magical adventure.

Sweet Dreamers

Ages 4–8 · 2017

Discover how animals find their unique ways to dream.

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Bedtime Jitters

Ages 6–10 · 2021

A bird's sleepover with a friend leads to a discovery about the strange noises in the swamp.

Wish Upon a Sleepover

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A sleepover goes awry, leading to unexpected friendships and magical discoveries.

Good Night, Good Knight

Ages 6–7 · 2000

A knight hears a roar. Is it a dragon or something unexpected?

One Minute till Bedtime

Ages 6–9 · 2016

End the day with a one-minute poem, sparking dreams and a love for reading.

Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed

Ages 6–9 · 1997

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and her own imagination

No Fighting, No Biting!

Ages 4–8 · 1958

Cousin Joan's stories mirror Willy and Rosa's endless squabbles.

Goodnight, Max the Brave

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Max can't sleep until he finds the missing moon.

Noodlehead Nightmares (Graphic Novel)

Ages 6–9 · 2016

Two brothers try to outsmart each other and their friends in a series of silly misadventures.

Harry Gets Ready for School
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Harry Gets Ready for School

Ages 6–7 · 1991

Harry races against time to complete his back-to-school checklist.

My Brother, Ant
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My Brother, Ant

Ages 6–8 · 1996

A little brother's antics lead to unexpected adventures and laughs.

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