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Read these cuddly stories Here are 4 books that will help lull your kids to sleep by oc family staffPublished: April, 2011

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One of the best ways to put the kids to bed is with a snuggly story – a selection that entertains and soothes your children. Below, you'll find four books that I think are great for the bedtime process – and be sure to check out the April issue of OC Family for additional selections. ‘One Drowsy Dragon’ [ages 3 and up] By Ethan Long (Orchard Books; $16.99; 32 pages) Here’s a new way to lull your kids to sleep: with dragons instead of sheep! This story counts to 10 as a series of loud, obnoxious dragons keep a drowsy one awake. The rollicking rhyme and cheerful illustrations create a fun – and educational – bedtime tale, and by the time you get to 10, your children will want to get a good night’s rest, too. ‘Old Bear and His Cub’ [ages 3-5] By Olivier Dunrea (Philomel Books; $16.99; 32 pages) Old Bear always looks out for Little Cub, though sometimes the latter doesn’t want to listen. Their roles switch when Old Bear gets the sniffles and Little Cub comes to the rescue. Simple, repetitive phrases pair with soft illustrations to depict the bond between the two. Be sure to snuggle up with your family to read this – it’s perfect for a good cuddle session. ‘Your Mommy was Just Like You!’ [ages 4-8] By Kelly Bennett; illustrated by David Walker (G.P. Putnam’s Sons; $16.99; 32 pages) This tender tale shows children that at one time their parents did many of the same things they do. Kelly Bennett’s evocative text and David Walker’s cute illustrations celebrate the similarities between a mother and her daughter. (For boys, check out “Your Daddy was Just like You.”) The story provides ample opportunities for snuggling, and, when you’re finished reading, be sure to share all the ways your daughter is like you. ‘Captain Nobody’ [ages 8-12] By Dean Pitchford (G.P. Putnam’s Sons; $16.99; 208 pages) This may seem like an odd choice for a “snuggly” book, but flip through the first few pages, and you’ll see why it made the list. This novel follows 10-year-old Newt, who lives in his football-star brother’s shadow. But when the latter his injured, Newt deals with his fears by creating a new identity, and through it, he finds himself. The story has a beautiful message about the value of family and self-acceptance – and it’s a great story to read before heading off to sleep. Click here for four more reviews. Check out "Storytime," our video book reviews with Children’s Book Editor Kristen Schott, and click here for her blog.

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