About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is full of big, imaginative dreams about the future, or to open a gentle conversation about life's journey. "I Had a Lot of Wishes" is a warm, nostalgic look back at a man's childhood dreams. He recalls wanting to be everything from a dog to a famous baseball player to a sea captain. The book validates the wonderful, whimsical nature of childhood imagination while subtly showing that even if specific dreams don't come true, they shape a joyful and fulfilling life. For ages 4-8, it’s a perfect, low-pressure way to celebrate dreaming big and finding happiness in the life you build.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on the passage of time and aging, but in a very gentle, positive, and nostalgic way. The theme of unfulfilled dreams is presented not as a loss, but as a natural part of life's journey that leads to other forms of contentment. The resolution is entirely hopeful and focuses on gratitude.
Ideal Reader
This book is perfect for a dreamy, imaginative 5-to-7-year-old who is constantly talking about what they want to be when they grow up. It is also an exceptional choice for a grandparent to share with a grandchild, as it naturally opens the door for the adult to share their own childhood dreams and stories.
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