Slumber Time Stories for Kids

Piggie invites Gerald to try her favorite food . . . slop. But Gerald is not so sure he’s going to like it. At all.   I Really Like Slop! by Mo Willems was published by Hyperion Books for Children in 2015. Thank you for listening and have a wonderful slumber

Whether you have an invisible friend; feel mad, embarrassed, or proud; need a helping hand; or like to eat mac and cheese in the bathtub, this book offers the perfect affirming message for anyone who has ever felt like the odd one out and celebrates all the ways we are unique! It's Okay to Be Different by Todd Parr was published by Little Brown Books in 2009. Thank you for listening and have a great slumber! 

Make the final week until Christmas more fun by counting how many sleeps until the arrival of Santa and his reindeer! 5 More Sleeps Til Christmas by Jimmy Fallon was published by St James Place, Inc in 2020. Merry Christmas listeners and have a great slumber!

A lovely tale about one of Santa's many adventures on Christmas Eve.   The Santa Claus Book by Eileen Daly was published by Ninth Printing in 1979. Merry Christmas listeners and have a great slumber!

A little story about a child a thanking God for the big and small joys of life.   A Thanksgiving Prayer Crystal Bowman was published by Zonderkidz in 2013.    I'm so thankful for all you listeners! Have a great slumber!

Excited by his aunts' stories of the South Pole, plucky penguin Jonty Gentoo sneaks out of the zoo and sets off to find the land of the gentoo penguinsJonty Gentoo by Julia Donaldson was published by Scholastic Press in 2024. If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

It's Halloween night, and Count is dozing off in front of his fireplace when suddenly, he hears someone knocking at his castle door, but when he goes to open the door, nobody's there! You will find out who will show up next or say "BOO!"  Sesame Street Happy Halloween by Lillian Jaine was published by Sourcebooks Wonderlands in 2014. If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Leaves are falling, geese are flying, and warm coats are reluctantly being worn to school. That can mean only one thing: It's autumn! I Know It's Autumn (for kiddos ages 2-8) by Eileen Spinelli was published by Harper Collins in 2024.   If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Pigpen and Linus are running against each other for class president, and they each decide to get their photos taken with a dog to improve their likability. But after the photos, Snoopy realizes he’s popular enough to run on his own! Good Grief! Can a dog even be elected class president? Snoopy for President (for kiddos ages 4-8) by Charles M Schultz was published by Simon Spotlight in 2016.  If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

It's the first day of school! Join the kids as they prepare for kindergarten, packing school supplies, posing for pictures, and the hardest part of all--saying goodbye to Mom and Dad. But maybe it won't be so hard once they discover just how much fun kindergarten really is! The Night Before Kindergarten (for kiddos ages 4-6) by Natasha Wing was published by Grosset & Dunlap in 2001.  If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids

It's Field Day at summer camp and Mo's group, the Guppies, is competing for extra ice cream! It's all on Mo to break the tie in the final event: swimming!   Swim Mo Swim (for kiddos ages 5-8) by David Adler was published by Penguin Young Readers in 2023.  If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

This classic story features all kinds of wonderful dogs riding bicycles, scooters, skiis, roller skates, and driving all sorts of vehicles on their way to a party held on top of a tree!  Go Dog Go (for kiddos ages 1-5) by PD Eastman was published by Turtleback Books in 1961. If you would like me to include a personal shout out at the beginning of the podcast ($10), please send me a message on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Pinkalicious can’t wait to make Molly a present for her Secret Snowman gift. But knitting a sweater is harder than it looks. Will Pinkalicious be able to make Molly the most pinkamazing and pinkadazzling holiday sweater ever? Pinkalicious and the Holiday Sweater (for kiddos ages 4-8) by Victoria Kann was published by HarperCollins in 2022. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

If we take care of the earth, it will take care of us! The Earth Book (for kiddos ages 2-6) by Todd Parr was published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers in 2010. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Julia Donaldson is one of my absolute fav authors! This is her new story about a little Woolly Bear Caterpillar who wonders what kind of moth she will become. The Woolly Bear Caterpillar (for kiddos ages 3-7) by Julia Donaldson was published by Macmillan Children's Books in 2024. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

*With special guest, Dad* This is a story about a father lovingly and playfully expressing his loves for his one-of-a-kind relationship with his child. Because I'm Your Dad (for kiddos ages 1-4) by Ahmet Zappa was published by Little Brown Books in 2016. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

A muddy country road is no match for this little pick-up—that is, until he gets stuck while pushing a dump truck out of the muck. Luckily, Blue has made a pack of farm animal friends along his route. And they're willing to whatever it takes to get their pal back on the road. Little Blue Truck (for kiddos ages 1-4) by Alice Schertle was published by Harper Collins in 2008. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Learn to be your authentic self, recognize how special and unique you are, and don't let anyone take your sunshine. Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon (for kiddos ages 3-7) by Patty Lovell was published by G.P. Putnam's Sons in 2001. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber! 

Curious George has a playdate at a park designed for children of all abilities, perfect for his new friend, Tina, who uses a wheelchair. While they are playing together, Tina spots some kids playing her favorite game: basketball. This story celebrates children of ALL abilities! Curious George Joins a Team (for kiddos ages 2-7) by Cynthia Platt was published by Clarion Books in 2019. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkidsThank you for listening and have a great slumber!

*Read by Mr L* Owen’s fuzzy yellow blanket is his absolute favorite! Everywhere Owen goes, his blanket goes with him. Upstairs, downstairs, in-between. Inside, outside, upside down. Everywhere! Owen will begin school soon and he can’t take Fuzzy with him then. Whatever can be done? Owen (for kiddos ages 2-6) by Kevin Henkes was published by Greenwillow Books in 1993. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Have a great slumber! 

*Read by Miss R* Our pal Leap the frog shares how he feels in many different situations and teaches us that feelings are special and REAL. How are YOU feeling? How Are You Feeling (for kiddos ages 1-5)  was published by LeapFrog Enterprises in 2013 Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Have a great slumber! 

Read by Mr L Llama and his classmates learning to say "I love you!" on Valentine's Day by creating unique gifts to give each other. Llama Llama Be My Valentine! was written by Anna Dewdney (for kiddos ages 3-6) was published by Penguin Young Readers in 2018. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) Thank you for listening and keep reading, friends!

Read by Mr L We are always connected to the ones we love. Heart String was written by Brooke Boynton-Hughes (for kiddos ages 3-6) was published by Penguin Young Readers in 2018. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, friends!

With Earth Day right around the corner, our friends on Sesame Street teach us all the ways we can reuse objects to make wonderful treasures! Sesame Street From Trash to Treasure (for kiddos ages 2-5) by Lisa Alexander was published by Golden Books in 1993. If you are enjoying the pod, please rate, follow and share! You can also follow Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Pete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand-new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change from white to red to blue to brown to WET as he steps in piles of strawberries, blueberries, and other big messes! But no matter what color his shoes are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes (for kiddos ages 2-5) by Eric Litwin was published by  HarperCollins in 2010. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Have a great slumber! 

Here comes the Mine-o-saur! He snatches all the toys. He grabs all the snacks at snack time. He hoards the blocks during recess. And all the while he yells, "MINE, MINE, MINE!" But soon enough, no one wants to play with him. What will it take for the Mine-o-saur to realize that what he really wants are friends?  The Mine-O-Saur by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen was published by Scholastic in 2008. Thanks for listening and have a great slumber!

Little Critter is celebrating Easter in this classic, funny, and heartwarming tale! Happy Easter, Little Critter (for kiddos ages 4-8) was published by Random House Books for Young Readers in 2000. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Happy Easter and happy slumber!

Bunny has spent a long night hiding Easter eggs, and now it's time to get some rest. But when she burrows down to sleep, something disturbs her, and everywhere else she tries to nap just isn't right. Where will Bunny go? Bunny's Easter Egg by Anne Mortimer (for kiddos ages 4-8) was published by Katherine Tegen Books in 2010. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Mo gets to compete in a relay race with his friends at school but he keeps on dropping the baton. Listen to find out if Mo will be able to hang on to the baton and if he and his friends will win the race! Run Mo Run by David A Adler (for kiddos ages 4-8) was published by Penguin Young Readers in 2022. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos

An inspirational story for any boy...making them feel amazing just the way they are! Dear Boy by Paris Rosenthal (for kiddos ages 3-7) was published by HarperCollins in 2019. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

An inspirational story for any girl...a reminder she is powerful, strong, and holds a valuable place in the world. Dear Girl by Amy Krouse and Paris Rosenthal (for kiddos ages 3-7) was published by HarperCollins in 2017. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

Pete makes himself a humongous sandwich so many unexpected ingredients but will it be too big to eat?  Pete's Big Lunch by James Dean (for kiddos ages 3-6) was published by HarperCollins in 2013. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

Take a listen to this beloved, calming classic that has been helping babies and toddlers fall asleep for generations!  Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown (for kiddos ages 4-8) was published by Harper & Brothers in 1947. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

We get to learn how silly monsters like their mac cheese! Be prepared...for lots of silliness!  The Monster Mac and Cheese Party by Todd Parr (for kiddos ages 4-8) was published by Little Brown Books for Young Readers in 2023. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

Clifford joins Emily for a day full of adventures at kindergarten! Clifford Goes to Kindergarten by Norman Bridwell (for kiddos ages 4-6) was published by Scholastic Inc in 2015. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

When we feel worried or feel scared, there are so many ways to feel comforted! The Don't Worry Book by Todd Parr (for kiddos ages 2-5) was published by LB Kids in 2019. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@slumbertimestoriesforkids) Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

A celebration of all of our feelings including happiness, sadness, braveness, silliness. In My Heart was written by Jo Witek (for kiddos ages 2-6) was published by Abrams Appleseed in 2014. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: @slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, friends!

Franklin is SO excited for Valentine's Day and to hand out his cards to all his friends only to realize he doesn't have them to hand out after all. What will Franklin do? Franklin's Valentines by Paulette Bourgeois (for kiddos ages 3-8) was published by Kids Can Press Ltd in 1998. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: @slumbertimestoriesforkids Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

A story about unconditional love between parent and child.  The I Love You Book by Todd Parr (for kiddos ages 1-4) was published by LB Kids in 2013. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) • Thank you for listening and keep reading, friends!

Curious George learns what Valentine's Day is all about but will the little monkey have enough time to make cards for all of his friends? Curious George Makes a Valentine adapted by Bethany Freitas (for kiddos ages 5-7) was published by Clarion Books in 2017. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

Overview: A little boy and the readers learn everything you need to know about throwing a taco party for dragons! But watch out...there is something they most definitely do NOT love. Dragons Love Tacos written by Adam Rubin (for kiddos ages 2+). Dragons Love Tacos was published by Dial Books in 2012. Follow along on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) • Instagram photos and videos And keep reading, kiddos!

Franklin learns that spending time with Dad is special, especially when it includes helping others! Franklin's Day With Dad is adapted by Caitlin Drake Smith (for kiddos ages 3-8) and was published by Kids Can Press Ltd in 2014. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: https://www.instagram.com/slumbertimestoriesforkids/ Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

Franklin loses his favorite toys in his messy room; will he learn what he can do differently and learn the importance of a little organization and tidiness? Franklin is Messy by Paulette Bourgeois (for kiddos ages 3-8) was published by Scholastic Paperbacks in 1994. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) • Instagram photos and videos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and keep reading, kiddos!

This is a story that celebrates how families can look many different ways and can be a source of growth, safety, and inspiration. A Family Like Ours written by Frank Murphy and Alice Lee (for kiddos ages 5-8). was published by Sleeping Bear Press in 2023. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids). Thank you for listening and have a great slumber!

Can Gerald the giraffe learn to dance to his own rhythm? Giraffes Can't Dance (for kiddos 2+) was written by Giles Andrede and published by Cartwheel Books in 2012. Follow along on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids Instagram (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) And keep reading!

The puppy dog pals are determined to make Christmas pup-tastic! Jingle Bell Pups (for kiddos ages 2+) was adapted by Sarah Miller and published by Disney Press in 2019. Follow along on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: https://www.instagram.com/slumbertimestoriesforkids/ And have a good slumber!

A story about a long-term friendship between a boy and a tree, a very selfless tree. The Giving Tree written by Shel Silverstein (for kiddos ages 5+). was published by HarperCollins in 1964. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: ⁠⁠⁠Slumber Time Stories for Kids (@slumbertimestoriesforkids) • Instagram photos and videos Have a good slumber!

No job is too big, no pup is too small to help save this frisky, wild kitty! Read aloud by special guest host: Loch. Paw Patrol by Ursula Ziegler Sullivan Julia Cook (for kiddos ages 2+) was published by Golden Books in 2014. Follow along on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: https://www.instagram.com/slumbertimestoriesforkids/ Have a good slumber!

George goes from being the scruffiest giant in town to the spiffiest giant in town but there are some unforeseen twists and turns! In the end, what matters most is kindness. The Spiffiest Giant in Town written by Julia Donaldson (for kiddos ages 2+). was published by Puffin Books in 2005. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: https://www.instagram.com/slumbertimestoriesforkids/ And keep reading, kiddos!

Henry has been eager to start Kindergarten and now the first day of school is finally here! Join Henry as he experiences many emotions including excitement and nervousness as he navigates his first day as a kindergartener. Look Out Kindergarten, Here I Come written by Nancy Carlson (for kiddos ages 5-6) was published by Puffin Books in 2001. Follow along with Slumber Time Stories for Kids on Instagram to see the latest stories posted each week: https://www.instagram.com/slumbertimestoriesforkids/ And keep reading, kiddos!