7 Books Inspired by "Goodbye Moon"

New books inspired by
New books inspired by

One of the first books I bought when my kids were old enough to be interested

in reading before bed (or anytime during the day) was Goodnight Moon. I had this book when I was little and I consider it one of those "classic books" every household should have. The simple rhymes and engaging illustrations, this book quickly became a hit with my kids. The repetition helped them "read along," and it's a great read before bedtime.

Of course, when one book (or toy) becomes popular, redesigns and parodies will pop up all over the place. I found some hilarious variations of the classic book - some new for kids and some strictly for the parents.


Goodnight iPad
Goodnight iPad


1. Goodnight iPad
Probably closer to what life is like now - our bedrooms are not illuminated with only the moon, but our smart phones, iPads and laptops. This book is a play on the classic one and on our plugged-in lives
Buy "Goodnight iPad"


Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site


2. Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
Unlike the classic book - this one is set at a construction site. Say goodnight to the crane, bulldozer and cement mixer - this would be a huge hit for my son who loves all things machine.
Buy "Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site"

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Go the F-to Sleep
Go the F-to Sleep


3. Go the F- to Sleep
A parody not for the kids but for the parents - this book highlights what we parents think at least once or twice at bedtime.
Buy "Go the F- to Sleep"


The Goodnight Train
The Goodnight Train


4. The Goodnight Train
Cute and simple rhymes this book had a slightly different tone then Goodnight Moon but encourages the kids to grab all they need before bedtime rolls around.
Buy "The Goodnight Train"


My World
My World


5. My World
The 'companion book' to Goodnight Moon, this takes you back to the room to take a closer look at what's going on.
Buy "My World"

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Goodnight Goon
Goodnight Goon


6. Goodnight Goon
A monsterized parody has the reader saying goodnight to tombs, goons and black lagoons. A cute twist on the classic book (my kids might be too scared of it though - they're like that).
Buy "Goodnight Goon"


Good NIght, Gorilla
Good NIght, Gorilla


7. Good Night, Gorilla
A fun adventure has you following a gorilla and his zookeeper as he tries to stay up later.
Buy "Good Night, Gorilla"

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