One regular element of the routine for many families is the children’s TV show In the Night Garden. Narrated by classical actor Derek Jacobi, it is a programme which aims to calm and relax toddlers before a good night’s sleep – and has been broadcast almost every bedtime on the BBC channel CBeebies for the past 11 years. The Tittifers are tropical birds with their own unique songs. There are four small blue Tittifers, three larger pink ones, two big green ones and one multicoloured toucan with a huge purple beak. They sing a lot, and when they sing together, near the end, it is time to sleep. Eee!" over and over again. Tombliboo Eee is shorter and smaller than Ooo and Unn and she is a female Tombliboo.

inflatable pillow-like creatures of various shapes and colours with eyes and smiling mouths. They move slowly around the garden with deep springy sounds. The Haahoos appear behind the gazebo during a dance sequences, and are also seen going to sleep, closing their eyes and deflating slightly. They come in the shape of a flower, an x, a star, a circle and a figure of 8. Use one standard 3.5mm switch (not included) or press Igglepiggles buttons on his hand to turn him on and off.

Excitement is often expressed by the characters dancing and there is much shrugging of shoulders, especially by Igglepiggle when he is unsure of something. Play time

In the Night Garden’s colourful mix of characters and concepts can seem surreal – and even incomprehensible to adult viewers. But it certainly seems to engage young children – and uses a mixture of key tools to entertain and entrance its target audience. Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections—they may also appear in recommendations and other places. This linguistic element continues in the simple sounds of the characters’ names and the dialogue between them – the sounds are reflective of the way a toddler’s language is developing. For example, they generally master vowel sounds before consonants and The Tombliboos are named Unn, Ooo and Eee, phonetically reflecting how a toddler might say the numbers One, Two, Three. Its head is supposed to move and it doesn't, its very quiet and cheeks don't light up very bright with new batteries. It was immaculate though and my son still loves it but not worth the money i paidIggle Piggle's cheeks will softly glow creating a calm environment Watch as the colours softly change as the lullaby plays. Children's programme. Igglepiggle tries to find somewhere to sleep and gets into Upsy Daisy's bed. But only Upsy Daisy is allowed to sleep there. More Watch as the colours softly change as the In the Night Garden Lullaby plays. Soft and Huggable. Also features his iconic red blanket! In the Night Garden Kids Iggle Piggle Sleep Aid Toy, with Soft Glowing Cheeks, 5 Lullabies and Gentle Head Swaying Motion 1670.

Upsy Daisyis similar to a rag doll, with a brown face and brightly coloured clothes. She has her own special bed, and can move around the garden; sometimes Upsy Daisy has to catch her bed when it decides to run away. A true girlie-girl, she likes skipping through the Garden, blowing kisses to the other characters. Often she will hug and kiss other characters directly . She likes to say "Upsy Daisy" and "Daisy Doo!", and she also says "Pip Pip Onk Onk!". Her hair stands on end when excited or As well as learning through repetition, children also find it relaxing and comforting. Each episode of In the Night Garden follows a recognisable and predictable structure, ending with the tittifers (colourful exotic birds) singing. Afterwards each of the characters goes to bed (except for Igglepiggle, who wanders off through the forest, falling over and waving) before the forest goes dark and the stars come out. Bedtime can often be a trying experience for young children – and their parents. But evidence suggests that regular bedtimes are very important for children’s wellbeing and development.

Play time

Share the magical Night Garden world with Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends. Play games and sing songs.