20 soothing bedtime books for kids

There’s sensory board books for babies, as well as books with all their favourite TV characters and the story of one tired little elephant. Share our stories for the best bedtime routine for tots, toddlers and tiny troublemakers.

Ladybird team

Between announcing it's bedtime and your little ones falling asleep, every parent may find their evening routine, shall we say, a little unpredictable. Whether you're dealing with the 'witching hour', or an overstimulated toddler, here at Ladybird, we understand the challenges.

One easy addition to your evening routine is to share a bedtime or even a pre-bedtime story and we have collated some of the most soothing and sleep-inducing books to share. From books designed to countdown to sleep to learning how to get ready for bed with their favourite TV characters, we have a book for every little reader.

Explore the full list or click on the links below to suit your child's favourite format.

BOARD BOOKS

Little Libraries

Picture books