Bedtime isn’t just about turning off artificial lights, it’s also the time when the brain recaps the entire day. To bring peace of mind, many elders in Indian families follow a simple practice: chanting shlokas. While we have often seen grandparents following this tradition, it is an effective method that can also help children spend the day peacefully. For children, chanting simple verses before bed can become a powerful ritual. Parenting coach Vidhi (@old.school.parenting) recently shared some of these verses for kids. Here are 5 bedtime shlokas that parents can teach kids to help them end the day with positive thoughts and sleep peacefully: Om Krishnaya Vasudevaya Haraye Paramatmane Pranatah Kleshanashay Govindaya Namonam: Om Krishnaya Vasudevaya Haraye Paramatmane Pranatah Kleshanashay Govindaya Namo Namah: This is a prayer to Lord Krishna, who from divinity removes from life all the worries, difficulties and Asks to remove fear. Benefits: This verse can help children who feel anxious. It encourages faith, dedication and a sense of inner security. Om Namo Narayanayom Namo Narayanay This verse is a prayer to Lord Narayana. It is easy for children to remember. For children who feel anxious at night, chanting this shloka can help them feel calm and composed. When practiced daily, this verse can create a pleasant and repetitive rhythm at bedtime. Om Namah Shivay Om Namah Shivay “I bow to Lord Shiva,” says this verse. Often associated with strength and balance, this mantra can give children the strength to fight all worries. Along with children, parents can also participate in the recitation of shlokas, as the peaceful environment provides a better environment for children. Ramskandham hanumantam vanteyam vrikodaram shayane yah smrennityam dusswapnastasya nashyatiram skandam hanumantam vanteyam vrikodaram shayane yah smrenan nityam dusswapnam tasya nashyati Reciting this shloka before sleeping gives a feeling of security as it recalls Lord Rama and Hanuman. चूँकि कई बच्चे अंधेरे और सन्नाटे के कारण सोने से पहले डर महसूस करते हैं, इसलिए इस श्लोक का जाप करने से उन्हें सुरक्षित महसूस करने और डर पर काबू पाने में मदद मिल सकती है।ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत्सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद् दुःख Bhag Bhavet. The meaning of this verse is “May all be well, may all be happy, may all be healthy, may all see goodness and may no one suffer.” This verse teaches gratitude to children. If children chant it regularly, they understand that wishing happiness for everyone nurtures their happiness as well. Making Bedtime More Meaningful Bedtime rituals don’t need to be complicated. A few minutes each night can bring a special moment for both parents and children. Over time, these simple practices can become lifelong memories, carrying the warmth of family traditions wherever they go.