The Lion Who Knew the Road | Calming Bedtime Story for Toddlers (Ages 1–3)

The Lion Who Knew the Road is a gentle, soothing bedtime story designed to help toddlers ages 1-3 feel calm, safe, and ready for sleep.

As evening settles in, two sleepy little cars meet a quiet golden lion who walks beside them through the night. With slow breathing, soft movements, and reassuring presence, the lion helps the road feel safe and helps little ones relax their bodies before bed.

This peaceful story uses simple, rhythmic language to guide toddlers into a calm nighttime routine, making it perfect for winding down after busy days.

Why families love this book

Parents, caregivers, and early-learning educators choose this story to support:

• 🌙 Calmer bedtime routines – gentle cues that help toddlers slow down

• 🦁 Emotional regulation – models calm breathing and steady presence

• 🚗 Nighttime reassurance – reduces bedtime resistance and fear of the dark

• 💛 Confidence and security – reinforces that calm feels safe

• 📚 Early learning development – builds listening skills and simple body awareness

What your child learns

• How to slow their body before sleep

• That calm breathing helps their body rest

• That nighttime can feel quiet and friendly

• How to notice and relax their hands, feet, and eyes

What parents gain

• Smoother, more predictable bedtime transitions

• A simple script to guide body relaxation

• Reassurance that their toddler is building emotional regulation skills

• Meaningful bonding time at the end of the day

What’s included

• 13 gentle story pages

• 1 calming guided rest page

• Square format: 8 × 8 inches - perfectly sized for little hands and cozy bedtime reading

Soft, steady, and reassuring, The Lion Who Knew the Road helps toddlers feel safe as they wind down, creating peaceful evenings and more restful nights for the whole family.