Way up in the sky, a little girl sits by herself in a field filled with sparkling jewels. She is the Little Moon Princess. When one day a sparrow comes to visit, she confides in him that even though shes a princess, she still gets scared of the dark. With the help of her new friend, will the Little Moon Princess find a way to light up the sky so shes no longer afraid?
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61547360
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Hardcover
Baby Badger's Wonderful Night
By Saunders, Karen
I dont like the night, Baby Badger whispered. Papa Badger took him by the hand. Theres no need to be frightened, he said. The night is wonderful. Let me show you.Baby Badger is afraid of the night. Its dark and lonely. But Papa Badger promises there is nothing to fear. Together they take a nighttime walk, and Papa shows Baby the beautiful colors and shining stars, and just how magical the world becomes when the sun goes down.With beautiful illustrations that capture a special moment between father and child, Baby Badgers Wonderful Night is the perfect cozy bedtime story to share before you say, Good night.,
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1606841726
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Hardcover
Who's There?
By Schaefer, Carole
I jump into bed - thump, thump bumpety bump. I am all tucked in when from down the hallway I hear creak, creak, crinch! And I wonder, who's there? What child hasn't wondered the very same thing when the night makes everything sound creakier and squeakier? As a little bunny tries to get to sleep, it's sure it hears bumps and thumps from the hall. Could it be a Crusty, Dumply Ogre? Or maybe it's a Two-headed Grumbly Snoop!? The door slowly opens and . . . it's just bunny's little brother, pulling his noisy pull toy along behind him. Little bunnies everywhere will smile with sleepy relief.
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670012416
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Hardcover
The Princess and Her Panther
By Orr, Wendy
A brave older sister becomes a princess and her timid younger sister becomes a panther—and together, they begin a wondrous trek. Before their very eyes, their sandbox becomes a stretch of desert, their wagon turns into a trusty pack camel, they pitch their silken tent, and the two sisters have an extraordinary—and brave!—nighttime adventure in their very own backyard. The world of imagination sparkles to life through vibrant illustrations, and the rhythmic text makes for a joyful read-aloud.
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1416997806
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Hardcover
I Want My Light On!
By Ross, Tony
"I'm not so much afraid of the dark!" said the Little Princess."I'm sort of more afraid of GHOSTS!" Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed?
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761364439
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Hardcover
Dark Night
By Monfreid, Dorothee De
Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf . . . tiger . . . and crocodile?!Little Felix is all alone, walking home through the forest when he hears a spooky howling and spots a wolf approaching! His luck turns from bad to worse when a tiger scares away the wolf and a crocodile scares away the tiger! Can something as small as a rabbit help Felix scare away the wild things prowling the woods? This empowering picture book is perfect for any child who’s ever wanted to turn the tables on scary beasts lurking at night.
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375856870
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Hardcover
Owlet's First Flight
By Modarressi, Mitra
Little Owlet wakes on a moonlit night. His mama says, "It's time you took flight." This little Owlet does not want to be out by himself in the dark. But Mama believes he can be brave, so he decides to leave the nest for the first time. As Owlet makes his way through the sky to explore the sights and sounds of nighttime, he runs into a few frightening obstacles along the way, but he eventually learns that being brave can be a fun adventure! Perfect for reading at bedtime to relieve nighttime anxiety, watching Owlet fly through the sky will show young readers that things may not always be as scary as they first seem.
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399255265
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Hardcover
Yuki's Ride Home
By Tessler, Manya
After a perfect day together with Grandma—feeding koi in the pond, folding origami paper in the garden, eating a delicious dinner, and listening to the “night music” by the water—Yuki realizes too late that night has come. Waving goodbye to Grandma, Yuki knows she’ll have to be brave to make it home without anyone’s help. Even though Grandma wants her three pets to accompany Yuki home, Yuki sends them back, because she doesn’t want Grandma to be lonely.
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9781599900230
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Hardcover
Dark, Dark Night
By Butler, M. Christina
Woo-woo! the wind blew in the trees. Squeak-squeak! went the lanterns. And the dark was all around. After a long winter sleep, Frog can't wait to get back to his pond. But just before jumping into the water, something startles him-then sends him running back to the woods. A HUGE Pond Monster with enormous claws! Will Frog ever get a chance to swim in his pond again? And will he and his friends figure out who the Pond Monster really is? With a vibrant text and atmospheric artwork, this book illustrates perfectly how some things are not as scary as they seem.
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1561486108
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Book
The Monster Who Ate Darkness
By Dunbar, Joyce
Best-selling Taiwanese illustrator Jimmy Liao teams up with renowned British author Joyce Dunbar to present a fantastical, heartwarming tale.Why can't Jo-Jo go to sleep? He doesn''t like the darkness under the bed - a monster might be hiding there. And one is! It's a tiny speck of a monster with a huge appetite for darkness, gobbling it up under the bed, in every nook and cranny, and in the wide world outside, growing bigger with every bite. Soon there is no darkness left anywhere, from the earth to the stars. All the world is light, but the monster still has an empty feeling inside. Only a sleepless boy will help him be fulfilled at last.
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9780763638597
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Print book
Tiger Can't Sleep
By Fore, S. J.
The well-behaved hero of this story goes right to bed without any fuss But the show-off tiger in his closet wants to tap-dance and play the drums An increasingly annoyed little boy argues scolds and pleads Oops Tiger is sorry Tiger will be very very quiet Tiger promisesx but itxs hard to be good when youxre alone in the dark The little boy wonders if hexll ever get to sleepxuntil he discovers the best way to deal with a noisy tiger is to let him snuggle into bed with you Children who donxt want to settle down at bedtime will happily recognize themselves in this adorable noisemaker
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9780670060788
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Hardcover
King Jack and the Dragon
By Bently, Peter
A lively playtime adventure that becomes a warm and cozy bedtime book - perfect for every little knight-in-training. From the illustrator of the award-winning Were Going on a Bear Hunt. Night is falling and playtime is nearly over. But brave King Jack and his faithful knights Zak and Caspar are still protecting their castle fort from fierce dragons and terrible beasts. This captivating, joyful make-believe adventure is the perfect bedtime story for brave children everywhere. Fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Dinosaur Roar will especially enjoy this imaginative tale.An ALA Notable BookBank Street Book Committee Best Childrens Books of the YearKate Greenaway Award"Its an enchanting tribute to both full-throttle pretend play and the reassurance of a parents embrace." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A tale of make-believe that children will delight in hearing again and again." - School Library Journal (starred review) "Sure to be read aloud again and again, this testament to imaginative play exudes warmth." - Kirkus Reviews
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803736983
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Hardcover
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
By Waddell, Martin
"I don't like the dark," said Little Bear."What dark?" said Big Bear."The dark all around us," said Little Bear.In this tender account of a sleepless night in the bear cave, Big Bear sets out with all his patience and understanding to show Little Bear that the dark is nothing to be afraid of. When all the lanterns in the cave aren't enough to quell Little Bear's troubled emotions, Big Bear offers—in a final loving gesture—nothing less than the bright yellow moon and the twinkling stars! More comforting than even the best of lullabies, this bedtime story is destined to become a classic.
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9781564020079
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Hardcover
There's a Dragon Downstairs
By Mckay, Hilary
There's a dragon downstairs at Sophie's house. She knows he is there. She can hear him rattling and snuffling - slinking through the rooms. She is scared, and hides beneath the bedclothes. But when he comes again, Sophie grows bolder...she picks up her sword and shield. She will go downstairs and fight that dragon. This is a book about childhood imaginings. Sophie grows braver through the story and the dragon of course is no longer there. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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689867743
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Hardcover
Lights Out
By Geisert, Arthur
Mama and Papa are firm: lights out at eight o’clock. But their little piglet is afraid of the dark. They say, “If you can figure something out, go ahead.” So the piglet devises an ingenious series of contraptions that allow him to obey his parents while still keeping the light on long enough to fall asleep. Dominoes, tricycles, bowling balls, and baseball bats play a part as each action and reaction leads gradually to the final tug on the lamp’s switch. Follow Arthur Geisert’s detailed etchings as they reveal each step of kinetic wonder leading gradually to lights out.
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618478922
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Hardcover
Stormy Night
By Flattinger, Hubert
If the night is dark and wild, if the booming thunder wakes you . . . If the slippery-fingered rain tip-taps on the windowpane, if every single tap makes your heart feel like a stone, if you feel you're all alone, that's the time to come to me. On my lap and in my arms, I will hold you safe and warm. And all will be well. This is a soothing, reassuring picture book that will help banish any youngster's bedtime fears.This is a soothing, reassuring picture book that will help banish any youngster's bedtime fears.
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735816662
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Print book
Brave Martha
By Apple, Margot
Martha and her cat Sophie are best friends. Every morning Martha gives Sophie crunchies and milk. And every night Sophie helps Martha get ready for bed. Once Sophie has checked all the scary places-like in the closet and under the bed-Martha knows it's safe to fall asleep. But one night, Martha's parents have company, and the guests bring their dog. When bedtime comes, Sophie cannot be found. How will Martha ever get to bed without Sophie's help? Be brave, Martha!
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395594227
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Print book
Teddy Bear Tears
By Aylesworth, Jim
Imagine have four beloved teddy bears, each of whom is afraid of something at bedtime. That is the challenge for the little boy in Jim Aylesworth's charming bedtime story, Teddy Bear Tears. Just as the boy is ready to settle in for the night, each bear -- Willie Bear, then Fuzzy, Ringo, and Little Sam -- begins to sniffle and each's particular fear has to be explained away. Whether it is noises outside or concern that there might be something scary under the bed, our hero offers explanations for each and, in the process, just might make the nighttime worry-free for himself, too.
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9780689317767
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Hardcover
I Thought I Heard
By Baker, Alan
Because a young girl imagines that spooky things make the sounds she hears in the dark at bedtime, she is relieved to find the real cause of each sound.
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761304606
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Frog Is Frightened
By Velthuijs, Max
Unable to overcome his fear of strange noises at night, Frog runs to the home of his friend, Duck, who is reassuring until she, too, becomes afraid, causing them both to turn to Pig for support.
The Little Moon Princess
By Lee, Yj
Way up in the sky, a little girl sits by herself in a field filled with sparkling jewels. She is the Little Moon Princess. When one day a sparrow comes to visit, she confides in him that even though shes a princess, she still gets scared of the dark. With the help of her new friend, will the Little Moon Princess find a way to light up the sky so shes no longer afraid?
Baby Badger's Wonderful Night
By Saunders, Karen
I dont like the night, Baby Badger whispered. Papa Badger took him by the hand. Theres no need to be frightened, he said. The night is wonderful. Let me show you.Baby Badger is afraid of the night. Its dark and lonely. But Papa Badger promises there is nothing to fear. Together they take a nighttime walk, and Papa shows Baby the beautiful colors and shining stars, and just how magical the world becomes when the sun goes down.With beautiful illustrations that capture a special moment between father and child, Baby Badgers Wonderful Night is the perfect cozy bedtime story to share before you say, Good night.,
Who's There?
By Schaefer, Carole
I jump into bed - thump, thump bumpety bump. I am all tucked in when from down the hallway I hear creak, creak, crinch! And I wonder, who's there? What child hasn't wondered the very same thing when the night makes everything sound creakier and squeakier? As a little bunny tries to get to sleep, it's sure it hears bumps and thumps from the hall. Could it be a Crusty, Dumply Ogre? Or maybe it's a Two-headed Grumbly Snoop!? The door slowly opens and . . . it's just bunny's little brother, pulling his noisy pull toy along behind him. Little bunnies everywhere will smile with sleepy relief.
The Princess and Her Panther
By Orr, Wendy
A brave older sister becomes a princess and her timid younger sister becomes a panther—and together, they begin a wondrous trek. Before their very eyes, their sandbox becomes a stretch of desert, their wagon turns into a trusty pack camel, they pitch their silken tent, and the two sisters have an extraordinary—and brave!—nighttime adventure in their very own backyard. The world of imagination sparkles to life through vibrant illustrations, and the rhythmic text makes for a joyful read-aloud.
I Want My Light On!
By Ross, Tony
"I'm not so much afraid of the dark!" said the Little Princess."I'm sort of more afraid of GHOSTS!" Everyone says there are no such things as ghosts. Maybe so, but then how do you explain what's under the Little Princess's bed?
Dark Night
By Monfreid, Dorothee De
Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf . . . tiger . . . and crocodile?!Little Felix is all alone, walking home through the forest when he hears a spooky howling and spots a wolf approaching! His luck turns from bad to worse when a tiger scares away the wolf and a crocodile scares away the tiger! Can something as small as a rabbit help Felix scare away the wild things prowling the woods? This empowering picture book is perfect for any child who’s ever wanted to turn the tables on scary beasts lurking at night.
Owlet's First Flight
By Modarressi, Mitra
Little Owlet wakes on a moonlit night. His mama says, "It's time you took flight." This little Owlet does not want to be out by himself in the dark. But Mama believes he can be brave, so he decides to leave the nest for the first time. As Owlet makes his way through the sky to explore the sights and sounds of nighttime, he runs into a few frightening obstacles along the way, but he eventually learns that being brave can be a fun adventure! Perfect for reading at bedtime to relieve nighttime anxiety, watching Owlet fly through the sky will show young readers that things may not always be as scary as they first seem.
Yuki's Ride Home
By Tessler, Manya
After a perfect day together with Grandma—feeding koi in the pond, folding origami paper in the garden, eating a delicious dinner, and listening to the “night music” by the water—Yuki realizes too late that night has come. Waving goodbye to Grandma, Yuki knows she’ll have to be brave to make it home without anyone’s help. Even though Grandma wants her three pets to accompany Yuki home, Yuki sends them back, because she doesn’t want Grandma to be lonely.
Dark, Dark Night
By Butler, M. Christina
Woo-woo! the wind blew in the trees. Squeak-squeak! went the lanterns. And the dark was all around. After a long winter sleep, Frog can't wait to get back to his pond. But just before jumping into the water, something startles him-then sends him running back to the woods. A HUGE Pond Monster with enormous claws! Will Frog ever get a chance to swim in his pond again? And will he and his friends figure out who the Pond Monster really is? With a vibrant text and atmospheric artwork, this book illustrates perfectly how some things are not as scary as they seem.
The Monster Who Ate Darkness
By Dunbar, Joyce
Best-selling Taiwanese illustrator Jimmy Liao teams up with renowned British author Joyce Dunbar to present a fantastical, heartwarming tale.Why can't Jo-Jo go to sleep? He doesn''t like the darkness under the bed - a monster might be hiding there. And one is! It's a tiny speck of a monster with a huge appetite for darkness, gobbling it up under the bed, in every nook and cranny, and in the wide world outside, growing bigger with every bite. Soon there is no darkness left anywhere, from the earth to the stars. All the world is light, but the monster still has an empty feeling inside. Only a sleepless boy will help him be fulfilled at last.
Tiger Can't Sleep
By Fore, S. J.
The well-behaved hero of this story goes right to bed without any fuss But the show-off tiger in his closet wants to tap-dance and play the drums An increasingly annoyed little boy argues scolds and pleads Oops Tiger is sorry Tiger will be very very quiet Tiger promisesx but itxs hard to be good when youxre alone in the dark The little boy wonders if hexll ever get to sleepxuntil he discovers the best way to deal with a noisy tiger is to let him snuggle into bed with you Children who donxt want to settle down at bedtime will happily recognize themselves in this adorable noisemaker
King Jack and the Dragon
By Bently, Peter
A lively playtime adventure that becomes a warm and cozy bedtime book - perfect for every little knight-in-training. From the illustrator of the award-winning Were Going on a Bear Hunt. Night is falling and playtime is nearly over. But brave King Jack and his faithful knights Zak and Caspar are still protecting their castle fort from fierce dragons and terrible beasts. This captivating, joyful make-believe adventure is the perfect bedtime story for brave children everywhere. Fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Dinosaur Roar will especially enjoy this imaginative tale.An ALA Notable BookBank Street Book Committee Best Childrens Books of the YearKate Greenaway Award"Its an enchanting tribute to both full-throttle pretend play and the reassurance of a parents embrace." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A tale of make-believe that children will delight in hearing again and again." - School Library Journal (starred review) "Sure to be read aloud again and again, this testament to imaginative play exudes warmth." - Kirkus Reviews
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
By Waddell, Martin
"I don't like the dark," said Little Bear."What dark?" said Big Bear."The dark all around us," said Little Bear.In this tender account of a sleepless night in the bear cave, Big Bear sets out with all his patience and understanding to show Little Bear that the dark is nothing to be afraid of. When all the lanterns in the cave aren't enough to quell Little Bear's troubled emotions, Big Bear offers—in a final loving gesture—nothing less than the bright yellow moon and the twinkling stars! More comforting than even the best of lullabies, this bedtime story is destined to become a classic.
There's a Dragon Downstairs
By Mckay, Hilary
There's a dragon downstairs at Sophie's house. She knows he is there. She can hear him rattling and snuffling - slinking through the rooms. She is scared, and hides beneath the bedclothes. But when he comes again, Sophie grows bolder...she picks up her sword and shield. She will go downstairs and fight that dragon. This is a book about childhood imaginings. Sophie grows braver through the story and the dragon of course is no longer there. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Lights Out
By Geisert, Arthur
Mama and Papa are firm: lights out at eight o’clock. But their little piglet is afraid of the dark. They say, “If you can figure something out, go ahead.” So the piglet devises an ingenious series of contraptions that allow him to obey his parents while still keeping the light on long enough to fall asleep. Dominoes, tricycles, bowling balls, and baseball bats play a part as each action and reaction leads gradually to the final tug on the lamp’s switch. Follow Arthur Geisert’s detailed etchings as they reveal each step of kinetic wonder leading gradually to lights out.
Stormy Night
By Flattinger, Hubert
If the night is dark and wild, if the booming thunder wakes you . . . If the slippery-fingered rain tip-taps on the windowpane, if every single tap makes your heart feel like a stone, if you feel you're all alone, that's the time to come to me. On my lap and in my arms, I will hold you safe and warm. And all will be well. This is a soothing, reassuring picture book that will help banish any youngster's bedtime fears.This is a soothing, reassuring picture book that will help banish any youngster's bedtime fears.
Brave Martha
By Apple, Margot
Martha and her cat Sophie are best friends. Every morning Martha gives Sophie crunchies and milk. And every night Sophie helps Martha get ready for bed. Once Sophie has checked all the scary places-like in the closet and under the bed-Martha knows it's safe to fall asleep. But one night, Martha's parents have company, and the guests bring their dog. When bedtime comes, Sophie cannot be found. How will Martha ever get to bed without Sophie's help? Be brave, Martha!
Teddy Bear Tears
By Aylesworth, Jim
Imagine have four beloved teddy bears, each of whom is afraid of something at bedtime. That is the challenge for the little boy in Jim Aylesworth's charming bedtime story, Teddy Bear Tears. Just as the boy is ready to settle in for the night, each bear -- Willie Bear, then Fuzzy, Ringo, and Little Sam -- begins to sniffle and each's particular fear has to be explained away. Whether it is noises outside or concern that there might be something scary under the bed, our hero offers explanations for each and, in the process, just might make the nighttime worry-free for himself, too.
I Thought I Heard
By Baker, Alan
Because a young girl imagines that spooky things make the sounds she hears in the dark at bedtime, she is relieved to find the real cause of each sound.
Frog Is Frightened
By Velthuijs, Max
Unable to overcome his fear of strange noises at night, Frog runs to the home of his friend, Duck, who is reassuring until she, too, becomes afraid, causing them both to turn to Pig for support.