Top audiobooks for kids at bedtime

Cover of "Eragon," the first book in the Inheritance Cycle, featuring a dragon and a young hero in a fantasy landscape.
Parents everywhere are searching for clever tricks to help their little ones slip back into a routine after the summer holidays. And when it comes to winding down after the hustle and bustle, screen-free entertainment options are a real lifesaver! Think audiobooks, for example.

Did you know audiobooks can improve your kiddo’s listening skills and storytelling techniques? We’ve rounded out five of the best for little ears, thanks to Audible’s new kids’ profiles.

One of the highlights is A Dream for Every Night, a delightful collection of more than 40 bedtime stories narrated by the wonderful Emma Watkins. These enchanting tales are designed to help children relax before bed and spark their imagination.

Alongside this release, Audible has introduced the new Kids Profiles feature, giving parents more control over what their children listen to. Now, you can curate their listening experience with ease, ensuring they hear only the best content.

Some of the other Audible audiobooks to add to your list are:

1. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Book 1
2. Finding Dory
3. Matilda
4. Eragon
5. The Wild Robot


For more info Audible’s Kids’ Profiles, head to 

 

 

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