According to “The New York Times,” summertime insomnia can occur due to extended daylight hours disturbing one’s circadian rhythm and melatonin production. Trade in screen time in favor of a good book to calm the mind and get some sleep. Our July book roundup focuses on easy to read books that can be read to young readers as a bedtime story or read to oneself at bouts of summertime insomnia.Â
MS. RACHEL AND BEAN AND THE BEDTIME ROUTINE: Encouraging a Calm and Comforting Good Night
by Ms. Rachel and Mr. Aron and illustrated by Monique Dong
“MS. RACHEL AND BEAN AND THE BEDTIME ROUTINE: Encouraging a Calm and Comforting Good Night” is a picture book from the famous Ms. Rachel that teaches young readers about bedtime routines.Â
Recommended for ages 3-8
Embarrassed Ferret
by Lisa Frenkel Riddiough and illustrated by Andrea Tsurumi
In rhymes and fun illustrations, “Embarrassed Ferret” follows Ferret as she learns that nobody’s perfect.Â
Recommended for ages 3-7
Jurassic Girl
by Michele C. Hollow
“Jurassic Girl” is a historical fiction book perfect for STEM enthusiasts that follows the 12-year-old fossil hunter Mary Anning.Â
Recommended for ages 8-12.
Bakery Babies
by Meredith Newman and illustrated by Ka Huen Kwong
A whimsical tale of babies sneaking out of their cribs and to the local bakery, “Bakery Babies” is a sweet picture book to read to young readers.Â
Recommended for ages 3-8.
For A Girl Becoming
by Joy Harjo and illustrated by Adriana Garcia
By exploring connections to nature and one’s ancestors, “For A Girl Becoming” is a picture book rooted in Native American traditions.Â
Recommended for ages 4-8.
For more book suggestions, check out our June Book Corner.
