Bedtime stories kids love and parents don't hate

Today's choice

Good Night, Gorilla

Good Night, Gorilla” bursts with quiet mischief as a clever little gorilla swipes the zookeeper’s keys and frees all the animals during bedtime rounds. One by one, they tiptoe behind the unsuspecting zookeeper all the way to his house, sneaking into bed for a cozy sleepover.

When the zookeeper’s wife flips on the light and discovers a room full of nighttime stowaways, she gently marches them back – though the cheeky gorilla still can’t resist one last sneaky goodnight. It’s a warm, whimsical tale full of charm, humor, and bedtime magic.

Everyday recommendations

The happy lion

The Happy Lion loves his peaceful zoo life, where everyone greets him with a friendly “Bonjour!” One day he wanders into town, expecting the same kindness – but people panic and sprint away. Confused but calm, the Happy Lion is finally met by his brave friend François, who leads him safely home.

Winnie the Witch

Winnie the Witch lives in a tall, slightly wobbly house with her loyal black cat, Wilbur – who often gets tangled up in her chaotic spells. With a flick of her wand and a shout of “Abracadabra!”, Winnie tries to solve everyday problems… but her magic usually creates wonderfully silly disasters first. From color-changing cats to upside-down broomsticks, every book is a mix of mischief, magic, and Wilbur’s dramatic reactions.

Through the seasons

Rotraut Susanne Berner’s Wimmelbooks are lively, detail-packed picture worlds where everything seems to happen at once. Each page is bursting with tiny storiesm – cats sneaking snacks, people rushing about, quirky characters popping up again and again – inviting kids to explore, spot, and imagine. These books turn every reading into a treasure hunt where you always discover something new… even on the hundredth look!

The Selfish Crocodile

The Selfish Crocodile rules the river with a loud roar and a strict rule: “Stay out of MY water!” All the animals keep their distance – until one day, the mighty crocodile wakes up with a terrible toothache. Suddenly, he needs help from the very creatures he chased away! A tiny, brave mouse steps forward, fixes the painful problem, and shows the crocodile that kindness feels much better than shouting.

The Gruffalo

A clever little mouse takes a stroll through the deep, dark wood – but all the other animals want to eat him! To stay safe, the mouse invents a fearsome friend: the Gruffalo, with terrible claws and a poisonous wart on his nose. But when the real Gruffalo appears, the mouse must use all his wits to outsmart this giant beast and prove that even the smallest creature can be the smartest.