HARDCOVER BOOK // 34 Pages // 11" x 8.5"
Discover a cozy, rhyming bedtime tour of Naperville, Illinois—splash at Centennial Beach, wander the flower-filled Morton Arboretum, tinker at the DuPage Children’s Museum, then wind down along the twinkling Riverwalk. With cheerful stops at Anderson’s Bookshop, Naper Settlement, Rotary Hill, and more, this goodnight journey brims with community spirit and hometown pride—plus fun facts from Naperville’s past.
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Local spotlights include:
Centennial BeachMorton Arboretum
DuPage Children's Museum
Downtown Riverwalk
Knoch Knolls Nature Center
Anderson's Bookshop
Naperville Metra Train Station
Naper, Nichols and 95th Street Libraries
Wolf's Crossing Park
"Naperville's Last Fling"
Naper Settlement
Rotary Hill and Moser Tower
Downtown Naperville
Make sure to check out the accompanying coloring book and puzzle.
Reviews
This charming book blends comfort, charm, and genuine hometown pride. The rhymes flow, the illustrations are colorful and warm, and the Naperville landmarks are right on the mark. It’s personal enough for locals, yet any family can enjoy it. My little one loves it! A cozy, heart-filled bedtime read and a perfect gift for families or anyone who appreciates a children’s book made with care.
This book is a warm, bedtime-ready love letter to the city—built around gentle rhyme, familiar scenery, and gorgeous/vibrant illustrations. I love how my kids can point and say “We’ve been there!” The “story” is the town itself, presented as a calm, familiar place where a child can imagine themselves. For local families (or anyone nostalgic who's perhaps moved away), it’s exactly the kind of book that becomes part of a nightly routine—and a surprisingly meaningful hometown memento.