Dream: A Tale of Wonder, Wisdom & Wishes

by Susan V. Bosak

Book Overview

"Dream" is a winner of 10 national awards: * International Reading Association Children's Choice -- 10,000 children across the country vote on the books they like best! * Teachers' Choice * Pinnacle... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1896232043
• ISBN13: 9781896232041
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: TCP Press
• Length: 31 Pages
• Weight: 4.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.0" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Dream: A Tale of Wonder...

THis is my standard purchase for a college graduation gift. It starts about dreams as a young child and continues on through life. As a child educator, and child care professional...the "young adults" always get a kick out of receiving a childrens book with an appropriate message for adults.

Beautifully depicts the importance of having a dream

A semi-finalists in the 2005 Independent Publisher Book Awards! We are never too young or old to have dreams and pursue them; dreams are a necessary part of life. What we do with them, however, is our choice. "There's a whole world to conquer and you know exactly what you want: to make your own way...and make a mark on the world." The text takes us from the dreams of childhood to those of old age, relating that a successful life is about discovering and acting upon all the possibilities within us. Outstanding motivational quotations by noted historical figures are featured on each spread. The author enlisted the aid of 15 award-winning illustrators, whose work enriches the story and shows the power of art to inspire. [...]

Dare to Dream

Dream by Susan V. Bosak is a daring picture book featuring the work of 15 famous illustrators, including Leo and Diane Dillon, Shaun Tan, and Robert Ingpen. All of the illustrations are beautiful and amazing unto themselves, but it is Ms. Bosak's words that tie them all together into one brilliant tapestry. Each page takes you through a different stage in life, from exploring infant to introspective young adult, to confident adult and beyond. All are about dreams - little dreams, big dreams, and everything in between. This is the kind of picture book you collect and then buy additional copies of, so you can give it away to all your friends and family. It's really just a beautiful book and you'll want to share it with all the dreamers in your life, whether young or old. It reminds all of us of the importance of our dreams, our wishes, our hopes and desires. --Kimberly Pauley, Young Adult Books Central

An Awesome Book

"What a beautiful book! As a syndicated columnist, I get more than 20 books a day -- every day -- and I must say I was wonderfully surprised by this incredible book. It's unlike anything else I've seen come across my desk. It's not just a book -- it's an opportunity to be inspired, learn, and to grow. This is an awesome book. I would highly recommend it for parents and grandparents to share with children, and for adults looking for a meaningful gift for anyone they care about."

We overcome our fears by believing in ourselves

This grand project is a potent mix of quotes, concepts and images sure to inspire childlike awe in readers of all ages. As its subtitle suggests, 'Dream' contains three of the most important features of any book for the young and young at heart: wonder, wisdom and good wishes. Showcasing the work of 15 highly talented artists, each magical illustration is meant to stir the imagination and a sense of wonder. Along with her own poetic text, the author includes words of wisdom from some of the world's greatest philosophers, innovators, and leaders. The emotions these pages evoke make the act of wishing come naturally, and readers are encouraged to do just that, by hunting for the star hidden in each illustration -- and making a wish when they find one. But the author also delivers a reality check, touching on how we must all deal with fear and doubt, and then describing the process of overcoming our fears by believing in ourselves and acting boldly. Like most great children's books, this one opens opportunities for adults and children to find connections to the self, our world, and the circle of life. A resource page and interactive website encourage further observation, discussion and activities. Here is a serious philosophy beautifully delivered in a 40-page picture book -- one that promises dreams at any age can come true.