Bedtime Stories

We asked hundreds of moms for their favorite children's books and these titles came up again and again.

Getting enough sleep is vital to your child's growth and development, not to mention your own sanity. Studies have shown that sleep-deprived kids get injured more often, they get sick more easily, their grades suffer -- and so do their moods. Try these 6 tried-and-true strategies to make it easier.

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Settling into a comfy chair with your child to read a story is one of the best things about being a parent. And if you haven't already made reading a daily habit, you need to start now, since books benefit kids in so many ways. "First of all, reading with your child is a wonderful bonding experience," says Parents advisor Linda Acredolo, PhD, coauthor of Baby Minds. Your kid gets to bask in your undivided attention, which makes storytime truly magical. Reading every single day also helps your child learn to talk, expand her vocabulary, build her imagination, and get prepped for school. Our expert tips will get your child hooked on books for life.

Top sleep experts help three frazzled families adopt a better bedtime schedule.

How to create a bedtime routine that works for you and your child.

Long before they entered the spotlight, today's celebrities were ordinary kids whose parents tucked them in each night with a bedtime story. For many of them, one special book so influenced their young lives that they've made sure to share it with their own children. Here are their favorites -- chances are, some of them are yours, too.