What Wonders Do You See... When You Dream? (1)

"A different approach to sleep than the usual admonitions ... Kids realize that sleep is an opportunity; not a limiting factor to potential fun ... An outstanding alternative to most sleep books." --Midwest Book Review "Delightful bedtime tale, superbly illustrated ... Perfect for a restless child at bedtime ... Highly recommended." --The Wishing Shelf Review "Perfect for any bedtime ... A fantastic and beautiful piece of children's literature ... A way for a parent to strengthen the bond with their child ... The book almost acts like a lullaby." --Entrada Publishing "What if kids didn't groan when it was time for bed? ... Gorgeously illustrated and eloquently written ... I can't think of a better selection for a bedtime story ... Most highly recommended." --Readers' Favorite "Lots of ideas to explore and discuss with your child ... Will hold each child's attention until the end ... Recommend this book to be read to all children... A thoroughly enjoyable and enriching experience." --LoveReading4Kids "Find the alluring promise of what sleep can bring ... Blissfully playful illustrations ... Sure to inspire young dreamers ... Sleeping is indeed something to look forward to!" --The Children's Book Review "Away into the delicious land of irrepressible dreams you go! ... a tactic that will work on many a reluctant child." --The Bookbag "[My children] have a better idea of how to explain their dreams and understand the power of their dreams to help spark their imagination during the day ... Full of soothing watercolors that are sure to put the children and adults who read the book in a calm mood ... I recommend this book for audiences of all ages to enjoy." -- Tulsa Book Review "Singsong rhyme and rhythm helps lull young readers to sleep, and the story's instructions are almost hypnotic ... Vibrant watercolors have amazing details on every page. The characters come to life ... A wonderful choice for bedtime reading." -- San Francisco Book Review "A good bedtime story because it rhymes and because they talk about bedtime stuff that help[s] you fall asleep ... I like the story because some parts were silly ... I recommend this book to anyone who likes bedtime stories and to anyone who has a big imagination." --Madie, age 6, for Kids BookBuzz Book Review "Anything but the predictable, expected kid's book ... [The illustrations] are simply breathtaking, so lovely and engrossing ... A great education tool for the children reading along ... A thoroughly enjoyable children's night-time story." -- Seattle Book Review "Our panel of judges really felt this book merited a place on our list of the best in family-friendly products that parents and educators can feel confident in using." --Dawn Matheson, CEO, Mom's Choice Awards The day has ended. Hasn't it been splendid?But now, it's time--to be sure--for an entirely different adventure. This is an invitation to a new nighttime ritual, a going-to-bed book that reminds us all that bedtime can be the most wonderful time of all... Justine Avery is an award-winning author who loves writing stories for all sorts of readers. She was born in America but grew up-and is still growing up-all over the world as a natural explorer with a curiosity for all things. She's jumped out of airplanes, off of very high bridges, and into shark-infested waters-to name a few adventures. And books are her favorite adventures of all."[Avery's] own energetic wonder of what the world can hold for you if you choose to seek it out shines through." -- The Children's Book Review "We're big fans of Justine Avery here at Bookbag Towers. She doesn't overtax the young readers she's creating for and she always puts out a positive message. ... As with all Avery's books for sharing, the text is ... accessible and rhythmic, optimistic, full of sunshine. I defy any parent child combo to come away without a smile on their faces and with a renewed desire to find as many books and stories to enjoy as the day can hold. ... It is always a pleasure to review a new book by Justine Avery." -- The Bookbag "Perfectly timed. This is something that Justine Avery excels at in her writing; she manages to get the sentiment across with the perfect blend of humor ... Avery connects with her readers ... Avery brings her love for life and adventure to her stories." -- Entrada Publishing "Comic timing is everything ... and, I'm happy to say, Justine Avery is excellent at it. ... The words she picks flow; there's rhythm here that adds flavor to the story." -- The Wishing Shelf Review "Unexpectedly touching and insightful phrases showing that Avery puts her young audience before the act of simply blurting out a story children might like ... [Avery] has a heart for children and knows they love surprises." --Tammy Ruggles for Readers' Favorite "The narration of [Justine Avery] is wonderfully earnest to such a degree that there's this unique element of comfort that pervades each and every page."xa0 --Erin Nicole Cochran for Readers' Favorite Read more