Looking for a gentle way to wind down the evening? Our “Goodnight, Little Star” collection features a series of soothing bedtime poems perfect for young children. Each poem captures the calm and peace of the night sky, helping little ones feel relaxed as they drift off to sleep.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 1)
Little star, you shine so bright,
But even you must rest tonight.
Close your eyes, drift far away,
Until the start of a brand-new day.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 2)
Goodnight, little star, high up so bright,
You light the way in the quiet night.
The moon looks on, the world’s asleep,
Dreams in the dark begin to creep.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 3)
The night is calm, the sky so wide,
Little star, you’re our nighttime guide.
Watch over us while we dream deep,
Goodnight, little star, it’s time for sleep.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 4)
High above the clouds you gleam,
Guiding us to gentle dreams.
Your glow is soft, your twinkle light,
Goodnight, little star, sleep tight.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 5)
Twinkling in the velvet skies,
The little star begins to rise.
But soon it rests, just like you,
Dreaming beneath the midnight blue.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 6)
Little star, you shine so bright,
But even you must rest tonight.
Close your eyes, drift far away,
Until the start of a brand-new day.
Goodnight, Little Star (Poem 7)
Goodnight, Little Star
Up in the sky, the stars do glow,
Twinkling softly, row by row.
But one small star is sleepy too,
It’s time for bed, just like you.
This short, sweet poem encourages children to follow the sleepy stars and settle down for the night. With its soft rhythm and peaceful imagery, ‘Goodnight, Little Star’ and other poems in this collection are ideal for calming bedtime routines.
Why This Poem Helps at Bedtime
As the day comes to an end, it’s important to help children unwind and relax before going to bed. Bedtime poems like this create a calming atmosphere that helps children transition from active play to a restful mindset. It also strengthens parent-child bonding by sharing a quiet moment together.
