About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their imaginative child is struggling with bedtime fears or nightmares. It tells the story of David, a creative young boy who is haunted by bad dreams of a shadowy monster. To conquer his fear, David draws a magnificent and friendly dragon in his dream world. This new friend, Spark, helps David discover that his own imagination is the most powerful tool for turning scary things into silly ones. This gentle and empowering story is perfect for children ages 4-8. It beautifully illustrates how creativity can be used to build confidence and manage anxiety, reframing fear not as something to defeat, but as something to understand and transform.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with childhood anxiety and nightmares. The approach is entirely metaphorical, using the dream world as a stand-in for a child's inner emotional landscape. The resolution is very hopeful and empowering, focusing on the child's agency and internal resources. The narrative is secular.
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