Dreams of Dolphins Dancing: A Child's Remarkable Ocean Adventure

By Joan Bourque

Book Overview

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 096543270X
• ISBN13: 9780965432702
• Release Date: June 1998
• Publisher: Curtis Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.8" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5

Customer Reviews

A well crafted enjoyable tale beautifully illustrated.

Dreams of Dolphins Dancing tells of a young girl, much like anyone's daughter, who encounters a solitary Spinner dolphin while snorkeling. This chance meeting leads to an adventure, perhaps real, perhaps imagined, in which the youth discovers much about the fragile relationship between mankind and the environment, the strength of love and the wonders of the ocean's rich variety of life. Although it deals with a disturbing subject, the environmental assault against our oceans from pollution and questionable fishing practices, it is ultimately a story that empowers the reader to act, rather than despair. The watercolor illustrations are exquisite and in themselves more than worth the price of the book. Don't be fooled by the category "children's book." It is appealing to all ages.

A great way to share ocean life and environmental awareness.

As a mother, scuba diver and teacher I appreciate this book in so many ways.This book inspires children to get involved. Environmentally correct, vividly descriptive narrative stimulates curiosity and promotes an early love of sea life. Professionally painted, full page illustrations celebrate the undersea world in visual explosions that call to children's senses and awaken emerging imaginations and fantasies. But, it is the gentle flow of the tale itself that peaks children's interests while sending a strong emotional message that calls each child to personal environmental action. This very special book is sure to tug at the heart strings of young and old alike as it empowers the human spirit to dare to believe that maybe, just maybe one very small person really can make a difference. To share this book with your family is to embark on an adventure that might just change your life." - Lisa Feeney, MS Edu.