The Going To Bed Book

by Sandra Boynton
The Going To Bed Book cover
Good Books rating 4.67
Children's Fiction
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Board book • £6.99
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  • ID: 9125
  • Added: 2025-12-23
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780689870286
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2004-09-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

In this classic bestseller now available as a lap-sized board book, Sandra Boynton invites young readers to join a charming cast of animals as they prepare for bed. From taking a bath to putting on pajamas, brushing teeth, and exercising, each step of the bedtime routine is brought to life with Boynton's signature humor and vibrant illustrations. This delightful story captures the essence of a calming bedtime ritual, making it a perfect addition to any child's nighttime routine. The durable board book format ensures it can withstand the wear and tear of repeated readings, making it a beloved choice for parents and children alike.

Reviews
Amazon · 2025-12-23
good 4.80

Despite its brevity, the book has become a favorite for bedtime reading due to its engaging and soothing nature. The hardback version is particularly appreciated for its quality and durability.

This reviewer was pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoyed reading The Going to Bed Book, despite its short length. The book's engaging and soothing nature makes it a perfect choice for bedtime, and the hardback version is noted for its quality and durability. The reviewer appreciates how the book has become a favorite in their bedtime routine, highlighting its ability to create a calming and enjoyable experience for both the reader and the child.

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    Really surprised by this book. I have the hardback version and although it's just a few pages it has become a favorite to read just before bedtime.

    The book is engaging and soothing, making it a perfect choice for bedtime.

    The hardback version is particularly appreciated for its quality and durability.

Common Sense Media · Barbara Schultz · 2025-12-23
excellent 5.00

The book is a sweet and funny look at children's bedtime routines, with animal characters that make it engaging. It's a great addition to any bedtime routine, with its charming illustrations and playful text.

This review highlights how The Going to Bed Book captures the essence of a child's bedtime routine in a delightful and humorous way. The animal characters and their antics make the story engaging and fun to read aloud. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to turn a routine activity into a playful and enjoyable experience. The charming illustrations and playful text are noted as particularly appealing, making it a great choice for parents looking to add a little fun to their child's bedtime routine.

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    Parents need to know that Sandra Boynton's The Going to Bed Book is a sweet, funny look at children's bedtime routine.

    Animal 'kids' on a boat wash, change, brush their teeth, and finally settle down to sleep.

    The book is a great addition to any bedtime routine, with its charming illustrations and playful text.

Doctoring Parenting · 2014-02-08
great 4.20

The book's illustrations are beautifully done, featuring a variety of animals that toddlers will love. The rhythmic text adds to the enjoyment of reading the book aloud.

This review emphasizes the beautiful illustrations in The Going to Bed Book, which feature a variety of animals that are sure to captivate toddlers. The rhythmic text is noted as an additional benefit, making the book enjoyable to read aloud. The reviewer appreciates how the book combines engaging visuals with a soothing rhythm, creating a delightful experience for both the reader and the child. The book's ability to capture the attention of young readers is highlighted as a key strength.

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    This board book is beautifully illustrated with lots of animals on every page, something that I'm sure lots of toddlers will like.

    The rhythmic text adds to the enjoyment of reading the book aloud.

    The book combines engaging visuals with a soothing rhythm, creating a delightful experience for both the reader and the child.

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