Ellie and the Really, Really Dark (en Inglés) - LCSW Brittany N. Jones;Mithini Wathsala

What if bedtime isn't scary... but the thought of it is?

When the sun begins to set, Ellie's worries wake up. Bedtime is coming, and her body won't slow down, the wiggles, the questions, the "just one more thing."

With her mom's gentle support, Ellie discovers simple ways to feel calm, safe, and ready for night.

Ellie and the Really, Really Dark is a comforting bedtime story designed to help children ease the fear of going to bed, while giving caregivers supportive, real-life tools to turn nighttime into a moment of connection and calm.

Written by a licensed clinical social worker and parent, this story gently weaves co-regulation into a calming bedtime experience.

Perfect for:

• Children who resist bedtime

• Kids who feel anxious when the lights go out

• Caregivers looking for gentle, connection-based tools

A soothing story for big feelings, wiggly bodies, and those "one more hug" nights