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How to Catch a Dream

by Alice Walstead Publisher: SOURCEBOOKS WONDERLAND

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A picture book about reaching for a dream

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A picture book about reaching for a dream

In this 40-page entry in the How to Catch series, the familiar idea of a “catch” becomes a metaphor for pursuing a personal dream. The book frames progress through milestones rather than traps or maps, centering on resilience, bravery, persistence, and belief in oneself. Its message places the resources for pursuing an ambition within the dreamer, giving the story a clear self-reliance theme. Bright illustrations and a read-aloud format are noted in the supplied description.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in picture books about dreams and self-belief
  • Families seeking a read-aloud centered on persistence and resilience
  • Fans of the How to Catch series

Themes

Dreams and ambitionSelf-esteem and self-relianceResilience and persistenceBravery

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Book overview

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new story about life's greatest adventure: catching your dream! The perfect gift for Christmas!

This time, there are no traps to build or maps to follow, but only milestones to achieve! Everything you need to catch your biggest dream is already in you! A celebration of resilience, bravery, persistence, and true belief in yourself, How to Catch a Dream is perfect for fans of Oh, the Places You'll Go and Happy Dreamer, and a reminder that catching your dream is always within reach! With bright, engaging illustrations and a encouraging message, this picture book is the perfect gift for the holiday season, bedtime, read-aloud, or any occasion.

A great big world is out there waiting...It holds your biggest dream it's true.

Excitement, joy, and adventure are ready...Now catching the dream is up to YOU!

Also in the How to Catch Series:

  • How to Catch a Dinosaur
  • How to Catch a Unicorn
  • How to Catch a Loveosaurus
  • How to Catch a Leprechaun
  • How to Catch a Mermaid
  • And more!

Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary with How to Catch a Dream!

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