Pyjamarama: brilliant bedtime stories
There's nothing quite like a book at bedtime. It's the perfect end to the day, a chance to snuggle up and share the magic of stories together.
As part of Pyjamarama - our celebration of bedtime stories on 14 May - we've put together a selection of picture books we think little ones will love hearing again and again before they go to sleep.
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Anna and Otis
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Anna and Otis
Anna and Otis, her pet snake, are best friends. One afternoon, Anna decides that she and Otis should explore the town, but Otis is…
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Five More Minutes
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Five More Minutes
Adults are always saying things like: 'There’s no time!' and 'Five more minutes!' But little fox thinks there’s always t…
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For All the Stars Across the Sky
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For All the Stars Across the Sky
Luna the little bear is yawning. It’s time for bed but Luna wishes she could fly like a bird, swim like a fish and be small like a…
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Hair, it’s a Family Affair!
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Hair, it’s a Family Affair!
This celebration of black hair, demonstrating the variety of hairstyles found in a single family, is another delightful read from …
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How To Be A Lion
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How To Be A Lion
Leonard is a gentle lion: just because you’re a lion doesn’t mean that you have to roar. A book about ignoring the aggressive…
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In the Swamp by the Light of the Moon
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In the Swamp by the Light of the Moon
A little frog sits by the pond with his guitar one evening, singing by the light of the moon. As different voices gradually join i…
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Jump and Shout!
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Jump and Shout!
Clap, cheer, we’re going out! Walk, run, jump and shout! A group of toddlers and little children go out to play at the park and ha…
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Little Green Donkey
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Little Green Donkey
Little Donkey loves, loves, loves grass! In fact, Little Donkey doesn’t want to eat anything other than grass for ever and ev…
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Once Upon a Bedtime
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Once Upon a Bedtime
Once upon a bedtime, a long yawwwn floated down Sleepy Street. Rabbit is very tired indeed, and it’s time for her and her animal f…
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What Does The Crocodile Say?
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What Does The Crocodile Say?
First days at nursery can be really hard for little ones and grown-ups. What Does The Crocodile Say? is a wonderful and …
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You're Safe With Me
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You're Safe With Me
This simple story will comfort little ones and its soothing text will lull them to sleep. Accompanied with incredibly stunning and…
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