Ellie and the Night Stars: A Brave Little Elephant's Guide to Conquering Fear of the Dark - Couverture souple

Publishing, JP Creative

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798249760137

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

Does your child insist on sleeping with the lights on? You're not alone , and help has arrived in the most magical way!

Meet Ellie, an adorable baby elephant with a big problem: she's terrified of the dark. Every single night, Ellie begs to keep the lights on, convinced that darkness is something to fear. But when her wise and loving grandmother, Grams, gently takes her outside one starry night, Ellie discovers something extraordinary , the dark isn't empty at all. It's filled with wonder, beauty, and magic she never imagined.

WHAT THIS STORY IS ABOUT
In this heartwarming picture book, Ellie and Grams share a special nighttime adventure that changes everything. Together, they gaze at glittering stars, listen to the quiet secrets of the night, and Ellie slowly discovers the courage she always had inside her. By the time she snuggles back into bed, Ellie , and your child , will see the dark in a whole new light.

PERFECT FOR CHILDREN AGES 4-8
Ellie and the Night Stars is beautifully crafted for early readers and read-aloud moments with preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary children. The simple, lyrical text and vibrant full-color illustrations make it an irresistible bedtime book that children will ask for again and again.

BUILDS REAL SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS (SEL)
As part of the StoryForge SEL Adventures series, this book is intentionally designed around the core SEL competency of Self-Management , helping children:
• Recognize and name their fears without shame
• Develop healthy coping strategies for anxiety
• Build emotional resilience and self-regulation
• Trust in the support of loving caregivers
• Transform fear into curiosity and wonder

Parents, teachers, and school counselors love using this book as a conversation starter about managing big feelings in healthy, empowering ways.

WHY FAMILIES LOVE THIS BOOK
"We read this every night for a month. My daughter finally stopped needing the hall light on!" , Parent reviewer

This book is ideal for:
Children who are afraid of the dark
Bedtime routines that feel calm and connected
Classroom SEL read-alouds for Pre-K through 2nd grade
Therapists and counselors working with anxious children
Grandparent-grandchild bonding moments
Gift-giving for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school

PART OF THE STORYFORGE SEL ADVENTURES SERIES
Ellie and the Night Stars is part of the growing StoryForge SEL Adventures collection , a series of diverse, emotionally rich picture books that teach children essential life skills through unforgettable characters and stories. Each book targets a specific SEL theme and comes with parent and educator discussion prompts to extend the learning beyond the pages.

A NOTE FOR PARENTS & EDUCATORS
Fear of the dark is one of the most common childhood fears, typically emerging between ages 2 and 8. Rather than dismissing this fear, Ellie and the Night Stars validates it , and then gently guides children toward courage. This approach aligns with evidence-based SEL frameworks including CASEL, making it a trusted resource in homes and classrooms alike.

Add Ellie and the Night Stars to your cart today and turn bedtime into the most magical part of your child's day!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798249760137
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 24
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg