The Treasure

Written and illustrated by Uri Shulevitz

A dream leads Isaac to a city bridge in search of hidden treasure.

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32 pages· 381 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 620L

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Bookroo's summary

Isaac dreams of a treasure beneath a bridge by the royal palace. Despite doubts, he embarks on a journey to the capital city. What awaits him there? A surprising discovery that challenges the true meaning of treasure. Will Isaac's faith in his dream lead to fortune or something far more valuable? Follow his quest in this enchanting retelling of a classic folk tale, where dreams and reality intertwine in unexpected ways.

From the publisher

Three times a voice comes to Isaac in his dreams and tells him to go to the capital city and look for a treasure under the bridge by the royal palace. Feeling a little foolish perhaps, but determined to see for himself if the dream is true, Isaac sets out on his long journey. What he finds makes a surprising and heart-warming ending to this retelling of a well-known folk tale. In a few words, Cadelcott Medal winner Uri Shulevitz draws a man who is innocent enough to have faith in a dream, and wise enough to understand the greatest reward of all.

Isaac’s solitary journey, his arrival at hte vast city, and his discovery there are all enriched by Mr. Shulevitz’s beautifully detailed illustrations, which masterfully capture the spirit of the original tale while keeping it simple enough for the very youngest reader.