Goodnight Toucan - Author Joanne Partis

It’s Toucan’s turn to host a sleepover, and he wants everything to be perfect. But when the snacks don’t seem yummy enough and the blankets not quite snuggly enough, Toucan begins to worry… Can he find what really matters to make it the best sleepover ever?

Goodnight Toucan is a heartwarming bedtime story full of bright illustrations, jungle animals, and gentle reassurance. Perfect for helping little ones explore friendship, hospitality, and emotional expression, this sweet story captures the excitement — and nerves — of hosting friends for the first time.

Why we, and schools, like it:

• Supports emotional development by exploring common childhood worries about friendships and social situations.
• Encourages empathy and kindness through its gentle resolution and positive message.
• Ideal for bedtime or classroom storytime, with engaging visuals and relatable situations for young children.