Just a Dream
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1990

Just a Dream

Written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg

A boy's dream reveals Earth's grim future if we neglect our planet.

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48 pages
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Young Walter embarks on a surreal journey through a polluted dreamscape, awakening to the dire consequences of environmental neglect. As he navigates this nightmarish world, Walter confronts the potential fate of Earth, challenging him to reconsider his role in preserving nature. Will this dream change his perspective, or is it too late? Discover the power of awareness in this timeless tale of responsibility and hope.

From the publisher

In this picture book classic, travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys–by way of his bed–into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility.Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . . until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could befall Earth if humans like him are not more careful.Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express) pairs pitch-perfect narrative with his full-color pastel illustrations, rendering this picture book a story that has stood the test of time.”Two-time Caldecott Medalist Van Allsburg reaches a new pinnacle of excellence in both illustration and storytelling in his latest work.” (Publishers Weekly)

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Format
Pages
48
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
550L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~N
Scholastic level
N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
6075
Publication
Published
March 7, 2011
First published
October 29, 1990
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780547520261

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