Bedtime Science

After Princess Alicia finds a magic fish-bone, compliments of her fairy godmother, she eventually uses it to improve financial conditions for her father the king, queen, and her 18 brothers and sisters. This classic bedtime story for kids was written by Charles Dickens in 1867, although Mr. Dickens credits the tale to a Miss Alice Rainbird (aged seven), as it gives a very heartwarming glimpse into a Victorian world which can only be seen through the eyes of an innocent child.

Bruni is found in a sad lonely mushroom house on the edges of Squishville, can Grandpa Squish help him to be happy again? The Magical Adventures of Squishville is written as a continued series of short stories, about squirrels that live in enchanted mushroom houses. The little squirrels, called Squishes and Squashes, gather each evening at Grandpa Squish and Grandma Squash’s mushroom house, as Grandpa Squish recalls magical tales from the past.

Abigail is having bad dreams again. It's time for the Dream Catcher Rescue Squad to help. But, can they get past the grouchy house cat and the thieving Moon Drifters? Time is running out!

Nina’s best friend Maya has her heart set on being elected class representative. The trouble is, she’s running against the super popular Kai Nakamura. Together, the girls come up with a plan to expose Kai’s less than honourable intentions. But things go wrong—like seriously wrong. As a result, Nina is given her first ever detention. There, she has an assignment: write a letter to a woman from history. Dear Cleopatra, Nina starts. On a long-cut home, Nina and Maya stumble upon a battered old mailbox in the woods.

This new book is an introduction for young listeners to the timeless and constant battle waged between good and evil. In this fascinating and humorous tale, Alex Fonteyn shows in a Christian spirit and also in simple terms for children to understand, what is sin and what is virtue. The author has purposely chosen to set the action in a 'once upon a time' frame where time and the location do not really matter.

Step into a world of cosmic adventure and intergalactic mystery with The Alien Invasion Kids Stories Book. Perfect for young listeners who dream of space travel and extraterrestrial encounters, this captivating collection of stories invites children to explore the unknown and embark on thrilling journeys through the universe. In this exciting book, join Sarah and Max, two curious and brave siblings, as they witness a series of mysterious lights in the sky that mark the beginning of an incredible adventure.

Travel across oceans and discover the vengeful wrath of a river god in Kayo Chingonyi's West African tale. Soar too close to the sun with Inua Ellam's timely story of a young refugee girl. Fly to a mysterious castle inhabited by a cursed prince with Helen Mort's retelling of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon'. Uncover the truth of #Bluebeard with Joelle Taylor's modernised fairy tale. Look to the constellations with Will Harris' futuristic Greek tragedy, and never, ever answer to your name in Malika Booker's Trinidadian re-creation of the douen.

A six-pack of short bedtime stories for unicorn lovers of all ages. This bundle contains Gus, The Flood, The Unicorn King, and three more!

Myra and the Mango Tree is a heartwarming bedtime story about a curious Filipino-American girl named Myra who embarks on a magical journey to the Philippines to restore the fading connection between her two worlds. Guided by a talking mango, Myra must find three special treasures—strength, heart, and home. Along the way, she learns important lessons about her Filipino heritage, the value of kindness, and the meaning of family. Perfect for children, this tale celebrates cultural pride and the joy of adventure.

When 11-year-old Malky and his younger brother Seb become the owners of a 'Dreaminator', they are thrust into worlds beyond their wildest imagination. From tree-top flights and Spanish galleons, to thrilling battles and sporting greatness—it seems like nothing is out of reach when you can share a dream with someone else. But impossible dreams come with incredible risks, and when Seb won’t wake up and is taken to hospital in a coma, Malky is forced to leave reality behind and undertake a final, terrifying journey to the Stone Age to wake his brother....

As parents, we all go through a mini mutiny in the ranks once it’s time to get ready for bed. If you’re lucky, you could get your kids in bed by eight o’clock...but not without a fight! And definitely not without creating a stressful environment that negatively affects your child’s sleep quality. This is why bedtime meditation practices come in handy because they help create a warm, loving environment that lowers stress hormone levels.

Spark has stolen her brother’s armor and his sword, and now she’s looking for a job. But this job is going to bring much more than she bargained for, and even her wits might not be enough to save her. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka.

Bedtime stories are a great way to connect with your child and live adventures with them. Also, you won’t have to worry about nightmares ever again since all your child will dream about are fairy tales. Take your little one to the magical land of unicorns, be amazed by their magical powers, and enjoy living the adventures with them! In this book, Gwyn comes to school with Autumn to help her on her report about unicorns and the history she has seen.

Nina and her brother Wild are learners-at-large. They don't sit still for school -- they learn kinetically, by doing STEM experiments. But can science help when a precious pup plops into the backyard pool? PJ Time is Learning Time. Ditch the workbooks... and love science once again. Grab your littles, a pair of comfy pjs, a cup of decaf (who are we kidding? go big) and start learning through daily adventures. Finally, a picture book as pretty as a magazine that parents can enjoy reading more than once!

Roppit Poppit: A Flying Boy is a short bedtime story for kids about bravery, friendship, self-love, and achieving the impossible, designed to help restless kids fall asleep and have soothing dreams of flying. The story is about a boy who embarks on an epic adventure to find his father in the sky. His friend, a pot-bellied, flying circus pig, gives Roppit the encouragement, bravery, and self-confidence to pursue his dream of learning to fly.

DePalma's latest rhyming masterpiece, The Night Parade, has the distinct feeling of an instant classic. This simple, yet elegant tale reminds both the young, and the young at heart, that our dreams are always out there, waiting for us to find them.

Welcome to the wasteland. At 15, the citizens of Prin marry. At 17, they reproduce. And at 19, they die. Esther thinks there's more to life than toiling at the assignments - Harvesting, Gleaning, Excavating - day after day under the relentless sun, just hoping to make it to the next day. She doesn't care that her best friend, a variant, is considered "the enemy". She doesn't care that Levi, who controls the Source, is the real enemy and might send his Taser boys after her if she makes one wrong move. Then Caleb shows up. Could there be another way to fight for survival?

Auf der friedlichen Dracheninsel beginnt alles wie ein gewöhnlicher Tag für den jungen Drachen Nepomuk und seine besten Freunde, den Hasen Fips und die Blumenfee Trixi. Doch als der mysteriöse Albatros Albert plötzlich auftaucht, ändert sich alles: Die Feenkönigin wurde von dem bösen Zauberer Honko Monko entführt, und das gesamte Feenreich schwebt in Gefahr.

Experts highly recommend keeping your child awake for a little longer than their usual bedtime using calm, pre-sleep activities. Bedtime stories help your child’s brain create a new association, one that connects bedtime with an easy, more positive, and calming transition to sleep. This is why Bedtime Stories for Kids by renowned child development expert Katie Miller, and seasoned teacher Sarah J. Young is perfect for you and your child!

Aquatica is a perky little fairy with alabaster skin and golden hair that waves like the ocean. She wears a two-piece pink dress that she made from flower petals, and she is able to bring about rain with a snap of her tiny fingers. This is her magical power.