"Featuring retellings of fifty stories which are believed to have been told by the Buddha, this gorgeously illustrated treasury is ideal for sharing warm wisdom with little ones before bed."
Accessible, enchanting and inspirational, Dharmachari Nagaraja’s The Buddha at Bedtime Treasury brings together fifty stories from three classic collections — Buddha at Bedtime, The Buddha's Apprentice at Bedtime and Calm Buddha at Bedtime.
Re-tellings of the Jataka Tales — captivating, compassionate stories which are thought to have been first told by the Buddha — this is the perfect book to share with children as part of a calming bedtime routine.
Before sharing the stories, Nagaraja suggests how to make the most of the book, and explains the main teachings of Buddhism, covering the guiding light of the Three Jewels, the Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path. He also shares advice on mediation, and tips for living a more mindful life.
As for the stories themselves, they’re perfectly-pitched for young children, all of them vivid, characterful tales that evoke landscape, emotion, thoughtfulness and adventure at one fell swoop.
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A delightful collection of wise short stories beautifully illustrated. A book to keep and treasure.
We had this book as a family when it first came out. So delighted to see it reissued. Such delightful, wise short stories perfect for a bed time read. This was my daughter’s favourite bedtime book as a child. It is indeed a treasury. Beautifully retold stores from the Buddhist world and some gorgeous illustrations.... Read Full Review
Discover over 50 magical retellings of ancient Buddhist stories
Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautifully illustrated treasury brings together tales from three classic collections: Buddha at Bedtime , The Buddha's Apprentice at Bedtime and Calm Buddha at Bedtime.
Transport your child into a world of enchantment and uncover easy-to-understand Buddhist messages through the adventures of delightful characters like the Brave Little Parrot, the Gentle Dragon or the Grateful Bull. In addition to these stories, you will find lessons on the art of meditation, advice on how to become more mindful and a selection of soothing, guided visualizations.
Make this book a part of your regular bedtime routine and give your child the tools they need to be calm and relaxed before sleep and as they go about their day.
The Buddha at Bedtime Treasury features in the following genres: Mind, body, spirit, Books of the Month, Gift Books, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Religious and spiritual stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Short stories, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Buddhism, Health & Fitness, Recommendations, Stationery and miscellaneous items, Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure, Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Philosophy, Religion and beliefs, Children’s / Teenage: General interest
The Buddha at Bedtime Treasury is available in Hardback
The Buddha at Bedtime Treasury was written by Dharmachari Nagaraja and published by Watkins Publishing an imprint of Watkins Media Limited
The Buddha at Bedtime Treasury has 336 pages
£17.99
