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Mentioned in 13 episodes

Goodnight Moon

Book • 1947
Goodnight Moon is a timeless children's book written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd.

The story follows a young bunny as it prepares for bed, saying goodnight to all the objects in its green-walled bedroom.

The book features a rhyming poem and detailed illustrations that capture the bunny's bedtime ritual, gradually transitioning from a lit room to a darkened one as the moon glows outside.

The narrative is simple yet effective, creating a cozy and rhythmic bedtime journey that has delighted children and parents alike for generations.

The book is notable for its focus on the minutiae of a child's surroundings and its ability to induce a sense of comfort and security.

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Mentioned in 13 episodes

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Glennon Doyle
in relation to bedtime rituals for children.
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The Rituals that Make a Magical Life with Michael Norton
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Russ Roberts
as a popular but personally disliked children's book.
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Does Parenting Make You a Better Person? (with Erik Hoel)
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Molly Conger
as her favorite book when she was little.
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Part Two: The Black Bloc: It’s a Tactic, Not an Organization
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Kellen Erskine
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Dave Vance
while discussing its unexpected success and dark backstory.
Re-Issue: Goodnight Moon with guest Chad Daniels
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Joe Rosenberg
as the author of "Goodnight Moon", discussing her life and work.
Goodnight Nobody [rebroadcast]
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Daisy Alioto
while discussing the impact of technology on communication and intimacy.
Ep. 24: Special Sauce ft. Emily Sundberg
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George Ella Lyon
as an example of a picture book that evokes strong emotional responses in young children.
Writing Lessons Episode 2: The Deliciousness of Words Featuring George Ella Lyon
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Alexis Madrigal
as the author of many beloved children's books.
Forum from the Archives: Mac Barnett on Why Picture Books are Real Literature
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Neil Freeman
as a book that will remain relevant in the future, especially with lunar colonization.
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Ryan Holiday
as a book that has been putting kids to bed for 76 years.
It’s Been Like This A While
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Ryan Holiday
as an example of a book that a parent might have recently read.
It’s Made You Stupid (But Better)
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Matt Martin
as a book he reads to his children, although he admits to wanting to throw it out the window sometimes.
Be Gentle On Your Own Self-Criticism | Matt Martin (Dad of 3, co-founder and CEO, Clockwise)
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Marina Hyde
as a book she has read approximately 1500 times and finds surreal.
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Cindy McInroy
as a book that young children enjoy.
Infant and Toddler Language Development Series: Part 4
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Kate Graham
as a book that is gifted to children to establish routines.
Episode #25: Curiosity & Early Childhood - with Kate Graham
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Taylor Strecker
when talking about reading difficulties.
Prude and Proud with Taylor Strecker: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Lucy Mangan
as an absolutely traditional christening or baby shower gift in America.
The Book Club: Lucy Mangan
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Jim Daly
as a book he repeatedly read to his sons at bedtime.
Create Lifelong Memories with Your Kids Through Reading
Mentioned as one of the most beloved children's books of all time, and its absence from the list of the 10 most checked out books in the history of the New York Public Library was noted.
Goodnight Nobody
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Traci Thomas
as a book her young children enjoy, highlighting the repetitive nature of some children's books.
Bonus: Banned Books

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