If you could dream of anything, what would it be?

This is a discussion prompt for What Do Ducks Dream? by Harriet Ziefert. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What are some of your favorite things to do, just like the animals dream about their favorite things?

This is a discussion prompt for What Do Ducks Dream? by Harriet Ziefert. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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What Do Ducks Dream?

Name: What Do Ducks Dream?
ISBN: 9780399233586

by Harriet Ziefert

Explore the whimsical nighttime world of Sigmund's farm as various animals and people drift off to sleep and share their colorful dreams.

About This Book

The animal and human inhabitants of Sigmund's farm have a variety of nighttime dreams.

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Creativity & Imagination Joy & Gratitude Growing Up Animals

Wonderlit Review

This gentle rhyming picture book invites young readers into the imaginative world of dreams, exploring what various farm animals and humans might envision while they sleep. From ducks dreaming of hay to humans flying on bicycles, the book maintains a consistently whimsical and comforting tone. It's an ideal choice for children aged 4-8 who are curious about sleep and imagination, or those who simply enjoy a soothing story about farm life. Parents will find it perfect as a bedtime read, offering a calm wind-down and a natural springboard for conversations about what their own children dream about. The full-color illustrations are integral to the book's charm, enhancing the imaginative dream sequences. Its direct focus on the diverse content of dreams across different characters makes it a unique and engaging exploration of a universal experience.