Time for Bed, Sleepyhead: A Story to Calm Your Mind and Help You Fall Asleep

A gentle, bedtime picture book from child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Daniel G. Amen — designed to help young children relax, calm their minds, and drift off to sleep through storytelling and visualization techniques.

Time for Bed, Sleepyhead: A Story to Calm Your Mind and Help You Fall Asleep is a cozy and comforting bedtime story that helps ease young children into sleep. Dr. Daniel G. Amen — a New York Times bestselling author and renowned child psychiatrist — weaves a narrative about Little Bear and his friends as they conclude a big day of play and routine, from beach adventures to dinner, baths, and finally, settling down for rest.

Rather than a typical children’s tale, the story employs proven visualization and relaxation techniques, helping children slow down their thoughts, soothe their emotions, and move gently toward sleep. It encourages young readers (or listeners) to calm their minds, focus on peaceful imagery, and embrace a restful bedtime rhythm, making it especially valuable for families with children who struggle with winding down at night.