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The Goodnight Train Baby on Board

by June Sobel

Book Details

Publisher:Clarion Books
Published:2026-01-06
Pages:40
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:006344951X

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Celebrate babies in this companion to The Goodnight Train Halloween and The Goodnight Train Easter, in this sturdy board book format with peekaboo die-cuts on every page. Rock-a-Bye! Rock-a-Bye! BA-BY! The Goodnight Train has a new passenger--a wiggly, giggly baby! Follow along as the Goodnight Train travels through a newborn's bedtime routine, from Diaper Depot to Swaddle Station. An ideal baby shower gift and the perfect bedtime story for big-siblings-to-be and any little one who loves things

Our Review

This charming board book invites young children aboard a bedtime adventure that transforms nightly routines into an imaginative train journey. Through rhythmic text and peekaboo die-cuts on every page, readers follow the Goodnight Train's stops at Diaper Depot and Swaddle Station, turning diaper changes and swaddling into exciting destinations. The gentle rocking cadence of "Rock-a-Bye! Rock-a-Bye! BA-BY!" creates a soothing read-aloud experience perfect for winding down. This clever approach to infant care routines makes bedtime preparation feel like a shared adventure rather than a chore.

What sets this book apart are the interactive die-cut windows that reveal glimpses of the baby passenger, engaging toddlers' curiosity while introducing them to caring for a new sibling. The sturdy board book construction withstands enthusiastic little hands, making it ideal for repeated readings during those precious bedtime moments. Parents will appreciate how it normalizes baby care routines through playful transportation themes, while older siblings will delight in recognizing the familiar patterns of infant care. This thoughtful combination of interactive elements, gentle rhythm, and relatable content creates a bedtime story that both comforts and captivates.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction