The Calm Buddha at Bedtime
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See moreThis magical collection of 18 classic Buddhist bedtime stories for the whole family is a much sought-after addition to the hugely popular Buddha at Bedtime series, which have sold over 200,000 copies worldwide.
An empowering collection of 18 bedtime stories filled with fun animal adventures and designed to inspire young imaginations. Each story aids bedtime relaxation, enhances creativity, increases self-confidence and teaches key Buddhist values, such as patience, honesty, authenticity and generosity.
Stories include:
- The Bear Who Learned to Wait: Good things are worth waiting for.
- The Invisible Elephant: Be brave and speak up to help others.
- The Singing Canary: Focus on what you have, not what others have.
- Cornflower and the Mischievous Donkey: Actions have consequences.
- Uncle Onion's Garden: Clever people are ready to learn from others.
With its emphasis on peace, compassion and mindfulness, The Calm Buddha at Bedtime offers a foundation for young readers to learn to cope calmly and confidently with the many challenges they face growing up. This is the perfect sequel to Buddha at Bedtime, introducing young readers to 18 more fun and entertaining stories that perfectly showcase these Buddhist values.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781917194440
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 July 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Moon + Bird
Edition: New edition
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 180.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Dharmachari Nagarajahas been apractising Buddhist for over 20 years. Formerly head ofthe Covent Garden Meditation Centre in London and a regular presenteron BBC Radio 2'sPause for Thoughtwith Terry Wogan, he now livesin Glasgow where he worksas a Psychosynthesis Psychotherapist and teaches Counselling at the University of Glasgow. His passion for both Buddhism and storytelling lives on in this, his third book for Watkins in the popularAt Bedtimeseries, all of which benefit fromhis appealing combination of warmth, wisdom, witand playfulness.
Also by Dharmachari Nagaraja
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