Bedtime Science

Adventure, science fiction, aesop’s fables, classic fairy tales, and Christmas story books for children.

With more than 12 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this eleventh book in the My Weirder School series, A.J. and his friends learn that the reading scores at Ella Mentry School are way down. So, Mr. Macky decides to hire a special new helper to whip the...

High above the sleepy town, where stars twinkle softly and the moon hums its gentle song, floats Cozy — a little cloud with the biggest heart in the sky. Cozy Cloud is a tender bedtime story about comfort, kindness, and the quiet magic that fills the night. Every evening, Cozy drifts across the sky, watching over children as they fall asleep. When a little boy named Leo can’t find his dreams, Cozy swoops down to help him discover the beauty of the night — starlit adventures, moonlit laughter, and the peaceful hush that comes before sleep.

When the world grows quiet and the moon casts its gentle glow, a tiny adventure begins under the soft silver light. Moonlit Mice follows a family of playful little mice as they explore the night, discovering hidden nooks, sparkling dew drops, and secret paths in the moonlit garden. With tender storytelling, this bedtime tale celebrates curiosity, friendship, and the magic that comes alive when the stars twinkle above. Every word invites children to snuggle up, imagine, and drift peacefully into dreamland.

As the sun dips below the horizon and the first stars begin to twinkle, the world drifts into a gentle hush. When the Sky Turns to Velvet is a magical bedtime story that carries children on a soft journey through twilight skies and moonlit dreams. Follow little Ava as she discovers the secret wonders that awaken when the sky turns to deep, velvety blue. From floating lanterns and sparkling fireflies to whispering winds and soft cloud companions, every part is filled with calming adventures, cozy moments, and the quiet magic of night.

In this timely, call-to-action contemporary middle grade novel from Claire Swinarski, author of What Happens Next, a twelve-year-old girl must face herself, and the truth, after her participation in a bullying incident goes viral. Kate McAllister is desperate for a change. Something to hit...

Have you ever wondered how a beach goes to bed? It has to be tucked in, of course! So, who tucks in all the beaches around the world? The Moon! There's just one problem—tucking in one shoreline means another one doesn't have enough cover. Will the Moon find a way to satisfy everyone so that they can all finally get some sleep?

Während der Schnee leise über ein schlafendes Dorf fällt, wird die Welt still — und der Geist von Weihnachten leuchtet hell. Von warm erleuchteten Fenstern und stillen Wäldern bis hin zum Glanz des sternenklaren Himmels führt dieses Buch die Leser auf eine friedliche Reise durch die Schönheit der festlichen Zeit.

Drift away on a peaceful cosmic voyage where dreams sparkle like stars. This gentle bedtime story invites children to climb aboard a quiet spaceship and journey through the twinkling starfield, meeting soft constellations and glowing moons that guide them toward rest. With soothing imagery and a calm narrative, this tale is the perfect way to help little dreamers relax and settle into sleep.

One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: “Monsters! Meet here for final test.” Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying in bed...until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from under the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters emerge from beneath the bed and compete to become Ethan's monster. But only the little green monster, Gabe, has the perfect blend of stomach-rumbling and snorting needed to get Ethan into bed and keep him there.

Everyone’s favorite pink-loving gal returns in Emeraldalicious, the imaginative, glitterlicious sequel to the #1 New York Times bestselling Pinkalicious! Pinkalicious combines magic, love, and imagination to turn an ordinary place into an Emeraldalicious world. Pinkalicious and Peter visit...

Looking for a story that sparks imagination and encourages thinking? Lunar Cars & Magic Words is filled with clever twists and mishaps, as Albert, a lovable inventor, tests his lunar car on Earth. When the Wise Old Owl steps in to help, children encounter themes of friendship, problem-solving, and a playful introduction to science concepts and set theory, all wrapped in humor and heart.

High above the sleepy hills, where the wind hums softly and the sky glows gold, lives a little cloud who loves to sing. Cloudsong is a tender bedtime tale about friendship, courage, and the gentle magic hidden in the sky. Follow Bree, a tiny cloud with a big heart, as she learns to find her own melody among the whispering winds and twinkling stars. With every note she sings, the night grows calmer, the stars shine brighter, and the world drifts peacefully toward sleep.

Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next action-packed Ladybird Audio Adventure! Grab your helmet because in this adventure, we're travelling back in time to the Viking Age, where we will learn about their lives and traditions, as well as their skilled boatmaking!

Horace F. Andrews and his friend Chloe are Keepers of magical objects of extraordinary power. But as the presence of a new Keeper is made known, they are drawn into a struggle to find out who she is and where her loyalties lie. A gripping sequel to The Box and the Dragonfly, the first book in...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and debut picture book author Phuc Tran, this is a hilarious book about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships! It's the last day at the construction site and Cranky the crane truck is...

The appearance of a strange plant on the Taskers' farm sends Neville and me straight to the Federal Bureau of Magic database, where we discover that deadly demons are snatching bodies all over town. Meanwhile, with the Day of Darkness looming on the calendar, family tensions abound, and I'm reminded, once again, that I'm the white sheep of this black magic family. Can I put a stop to the Stepford invasion before it's too late, or will the demons take up residence in their hosts—permanently?

Sendak's classic comic fantasy of Mickey's adventures in the night kitchen tells us how we get our morning cake.

Perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and Jessica Kim, this joyful, moving middle grade contemporary follows a big-hearted Taiwanese American girl as she aims to gain her family’s acceptance and save her favorite boba tea shop by selling her handcrafted amigurumi dolls. Pearl Li is ready to spend...

This book is filled with character-building stories for boys and girls six to 10 years old.