Why Do We Say Good Night? When You Are Afraid of the Dark
- Marriage, Family & Relationships
- Publisher: New Growth Press
- Published: 2019
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Publisher's Description
Note: Illustrated ePub books will not load correctly on Kindle, and the Kindle-specific file cannot be sideloaded. If you prefer to read in Kindle, please purchase directly through the Kindle store. Going to bed and turning out the light can be a hard time for many children. Award-winning author Champ Thornton wrote this beautifully designed and illustrated book to help parents comfort their children with three truths about God. As a mother and her little daughter talk, they remember together that God made the night, he sees in the dark, and he watches over them just like a shepherd protects his sheep. Children and parents will want to start a new nighttime tradition of reading together about why we can say that the night is good. In this important, engaging children's book, parents can bring comfort and encouragement to their children, reminding them Jesus is near.
Endorsements (31)
“Nighttime can be scary for kids. What if there is a monster under my bed? Is there a boogeyman in the closet? Parents of little children know what it's like to reassure them as they are tucked in for the night. Champ's book gives a great resource to remind kids and those who love to read to them that God is Lord of the day and the night. We can rest because God never sleeps nor slumbers.”
“Champ Thornton obviously knows the hearts of kids... or at least my kids, anyway. He's thoughtfully summed up all their bedtime questions and concerns into one: Why do we say good night? Whether your children struggle with nighttime anxiety or just need a gentle (and gorgeous!) reminder of their Creator's love and ever-presentness even in the dark they will cherish this beautifully powerful and truth-filled little book.”
“Helping a child who battles anxiety to get to sleep at night can be difficult. Champ Thornton knows this normal parenting struggle is an opportunity to point our kids to the Shepherd who watches over us through the night. It's such good news that the dark is like bright light to him!”
“I love this book! And so do my children. Full of words that comfort and visuals that stir the imagination, Why Do We Say Good Night? is a perfect book to read when putting the kids to bed. I only wish I would've had it years ago.”
“Rhythmic verses, vibrant and luminous illustrations all combine to create a charming bedtime book in Why Do We Say Good Night? by Champ Thornton. Tuck these sweet verses in the folds of your heart as they resonate comfort and the truth of a Savior who is present even in the darkness. Illustrations by Rommel Ruiz captivate and mesmerize both the young and old, making this book a must-have for nightly bedtime routines.”
“Champ has given us a charming and God-centered little book to reassure children as they go to sleep. I love the simple rhythm and imaginative illustrations. I envision this book as not only helpful to anxious children but a soothing way to help all children settle down and have a 'good night.'”
“What parent doesn't need help to comfort a child's nighttime fears? Your child will be drawn in by the engaging rhyme and vibrant illustrations. But God is the hero of this book! The truth about him will guard your child's heart and mind day and night.”
“As a father and grandfather with both children and grandchildren who have moved into adulthood, I'm envious of those who will have this wonderful book for their children. I wish Why Do We Say Goodnight? had been available when our children and grandchildren were small. With incredible graphics and a simple and clear message, this book is a gift to children and also a reminder to adults of a God who will never leave us in the dark.”
“My four-year-old daughter Mary is scared of the dark. Terrified, really. Despite our countless assurances that no monsters are in her room and that Mom and Dad are just down the hall every night she pleads with us to stay with her till she falls asleep. So when I saw Why Do We Good Night?, I read it to Mary. Halfway through the book, her brow furrowed. 'I thought the night was bad,' she said. I suddenly realized I had never told her what this book had communicated so simply and beautifully that the night was as good as the God who created it. Her eyes widened as they took in the luminescent images illustrating the little girl's journey from fear to courage. And she smiled as she heard of the Shepherd who guards us through the night. 'Let's read that again tomorrow,' she said. Then she rested her head on the pillow and went to sleep.”
“Why Do We Say Good Night? brilliantly works as transportation, but unlike carrying its readers to deeper space, country, or sea, Thornton and Ruiz lead us into a richer trust of the Lord. This story must be a staple for all young readers seeking to know a fuller understanding of the question: Why do we say good night?”
“Beautifully illustrated and gospel focused! This children's book is sure to be a regular read for all children who need a bit of help getting to bed.”
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