Dreams for a Daughter
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Dreams for a Daughter

Written by Carole Boston Weatherford · Illustrated by Brian Pinkney

A mother shares her hopes for the daughter she cradles in her arms.

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32 pages· 433 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD730L· AR 3.4 · 0.5 AR pts
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Bookroo's summary

A Black mother speaks to her baby daughter about all she dreams for her: to explore, to cross borders and bridge differences, to be her best self and to find love, knowing her family's support will go with her wherever she goes. A lyrical picture book.

From the publisher

This stunning and empowering picture book from a New York Times bestselling and ALSC Children's Literature Legacy Award-winning author and an acclaimed illustrator celebrates a Black mother's hopes and dreams for her daughter. As I cradle you, look in your eyes, your gaze says softly, I want to know everything. I promise to show you all that I can. This love letter from mother to daughter inspires young girls to follow their dreams, no matter what challenges life may bring. Young readers will be reminded that love and support from home will follow them as they venture out into the world.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
433
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD730L
AR book level
3.4
AR points
0.5
AR quiz
515655
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~Q
AR interest level
LG
Publication
Published
March 9, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781534451988

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