Books like Secrets of the Forest: 15 Bedtime Stories Inspired by Nature
Award winning
Lucy and the Enchanted Forest
J.P Anthony Williams, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances creativity and imagination.
Lucy’s challenges teach resilience and problem-solving.
Vivid illustrations stimulate visual perception and interest.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Lucy and the Enchanted Forest
J.P Anthony Williams, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Free food: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5)
Paul George, 2021
20 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with fun phonics practices.
Enhances vocabulary through interactive storytelling.
Builds confidence in early reading skills.
Supports understanding of phonetic sounds and words.
Free food: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5)
Paul George, 2021
A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity with captivating dragon-filled adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports problem-solving with plot-driven challenges.
A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
The Squirrel and the Lost Treasure
Coralie Bickford-Smith, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and perseverance.
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Squirrel and the Lost Treasure
Coralie Bickford-Smith, 2023
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Nocturnal Nico: A Bedtime Picture Book for Night Owls
Gabe Jensen, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages healthy bedtime routines through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and understanding of nighttime fears.
Stimulates imagination with captivating nocturnal adventures.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during bedtime reading.
