{"id":24223,"date":"2025-01-05T09:40:35","date_gmt":"2025-01-05T16:40:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theprairiesbookreview.com\/?p=24223"},"modified":"2025-01-05T09:40:35","modified_gmt":"2025-01-05T16:40:35","slug":"bedtime-worries-by-nicole-drinkwater-author-stefanie-st-denis-illustrator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theprairiesbookreview.com\/?p=24223","title":{"rendered":"Bedtime Worries by Nicole Drinkwater (Author), Stefanie St. Denis (Illustrator)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Playful, cozy, and heartfelt\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinkwater\u2019s second installment in The What-If Kid series takes readers on a playful, imaginative journey through the quirky and sometimes overwhelming world of childhood anxieties. Kale is a curious boy whose imagination turns bedtime into a whirlwind of monsters, leprechauns, and eerie noises. As his fears grow, will Mama\u2019s gentle reassurances be enough to calm his anxious mind? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The book\u2019s straightforward language makes it accessible to young readers, while its emotional depth resonates with both children and parents. Kale\u2019s questions, a blend of existential fears with fantastical worries, capture the relatable anxieties of a child learning about the world. The narrative shines in its balance between a child’s imagination and the soothing comfort of a loving parent. The story gently shows that worries are a natural part of growing up, and with love, patience, and imagination, they can be set aside, making room for peaceful dreams. Stefanie St. Denis\u2019 warm, pastel illustrations enhance the emotional depth, vividly portraying Kale\u2019s worries, while providing a comforting contrast between his fears and the safety of his environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full of warmth and understanding, the book beautifully captures the essence of childhood, making it an ideal bedtime read to soothe the worries of any young dreamer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Buy now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pub date March 2, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tellwell Talent<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ISBN 978-1779416483<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price $19.99 (USD) Hardcover, $12.99 Paperback, $2.99 Kindle edition<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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