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    4 Lovable Bedtime Stories Worth Adding to the Bedtime Routine

    Anna Iacovetta, Ph.D.By Anna Iacovetta, Ph.D.3 Mins Read Ages 0-3 Ages 4-8 Bedtime Books Best Kids Stories Book Lists Picture Books
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    Dr. Anna Iacovetta | The Children’s Book Review | December 5, 2018

    Goodnight, Little One: The Latest Picks for Bedtime Reading

    • Take a bath. (check!)
    • Brush your teeth. (check!)
    • Put on your pajamas. (check!)
    • Get your favorite blanket and stuffed animal. (check!)
    • Open one of these new, favorite bedtime stories. (check!)

    Snuggle Sniggle and Sometimes SnickleSnuggle, Sniggle, and Sometime Snickle

    Written by Stephen Spivey

    Illustrated by Adam Hembrough

    Snuggle is a word we all find ourselves saying – especially as we get ready for bed.  This fun, bedtime story takes snuggling to another level!  We are introduced to a sniggle which is a snuggle with a giggle and a snickle which is a snuggle and a tickle. The fun, colorful pictures by Hembrough certainly add another element to the story as well.  This clever concept has readers laughing out loud while staying on point with the importance of bedtime and family togetherness.  A must read for all families!

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    Ages 3-7 | Publisher: BooBoo Bär Publishing | 2018 | ISBN: 978-0692079386

    Natures Lullaby Fills the NightNature’s Lullaby Fills the Night

    Written by Dee Leone

    Illustrated by Bali Engel

    Readers are lulled to sleep with this rhyming book of nature’s whispers.  The dark hues match well with the senosry-filled words.  Metaphors abound as flowers curl up for the night and tuck their blooms in bed.  A mother bird hums and soothes her babies before bed just as a mother holds her small child in her arms as they hear “nature’s lullaby” filling the night.  A lovely story that is sure touch readers as bedtime fast approaches.

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    Ages 3-7 | Publisher: Sterling Children’s Books | 2018 | ISBN: 978-1454921394

    Goodnight WhispersGoodnight Whispers

    Written by Michael Leannah

    Illustrated by Dani Torrent

    This is a sweet story of the strong bond between a father and daughter.  As he tucks her into bed each night, he softly whispers encouraging affirmations.  These encouraging words are instilled in the girl as she is seen growing up throughout the book – even as she becomes a mother.  The positivity exudes from each page.  Additionally, the full-page spreads and soft colors by Torrent work wonderfully with the beautiful words.

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    Ages 3-7 | Publisher: Familius, LLC | 2018 | ISBN: 978-1641700313

    Penguin and Tiny Shrimp Don’t Do BedtimePenguin & Tiny Shrimp Don’t Do Bedtime

    Written by Cate Berry

    Illustrated by Charles Santoso

    Penguin and Tiny Shrimp are simply not interested in going to bed.  In fact, they choose to use their imaginations to take them on adventures instead of brushing their teeth or getting cozy under the covers.  They like to fly in hot air balloons and swing on vines in the rainforest.  They just want to party all night long!  They never ever get tired . . or do they?  For that reader who is always trying to stay up “just a little longer.”

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    Ages 4-8 | Publisher: Balzer + Bray | 2018 | ISBN: 978-0062491534

    Header image illustration from ‘Goodnight Whispers’ (Familius, 2018), written by Michael Leannah and illustrated by Dani Torrent.

    The book list 4 Lovable Bedtime Stories Worth Adding to the Bedtime Routine was curated by Anna Iacovetta. For similar articles, follow along with our content tagged with Bedtime Stories and Picture Books.

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    Dr. Anna Iacovetta, a former elementary school teacher whose passionate interest in children's lit and fairy tales led her to earn a doctorate in Literature for Children & Young Adults from The Ohio State University. Anna is currently an education professor at John Carroll University and book reviewer who resides in Cleveland, Ohio where she lives with her husband and three young children.

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