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Good Dream Dragon

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By Jacky Davis

Illustrated by Courtney Dawson

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$17.99

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$22.99 CAD

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Hardcover

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This item is a preorder. Your payment method will be charged immediately, and the product is expected to ship on or around October 25, 2022. This date is subject to change due to shipping delays beyond our control.

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An ALA Rainbow Book List Selection

“Sweet and gentle, an ideal bedtime read.”―Kirkus Reviews

“[A] fairy tale–like story of nighttime hijinks.”―Publishers Weekly

“With endpapers featuring cupcakes, pink pigs, friendly cows, and sprinkled cookies, this book will have children on the path to sweet dreams before they have turned a single page…. It’s all as soothing as can be, and will send any child off to peaceful dreams.”―School Library Journal

Enter the magical world of Dreamland—where rolling hills look like patchwork quilts and towns are built entirely of books—in this gorgeous and imaginative nighttime adventure that will ease any child’s bedtime fears.

When a young child is afraid to go to sleep, they call on the Good Dream Dragon to help lead the way. Together, the pair race past comets as they travel through the night galaxy, making their way to the magical world of Dreamland. 

This soothing bedtime story celebrates imagination as a way to help alleviate a child’s bedtime jitters. It is a gentle reminder to children that comfort is always within reach.  

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  • Praise for Good Dream Dragon:
    An ALA Rainbow Book List Selection

    "Unable to sleep, a child summons the help of the 'Good Dream Dragon' in this fairy tale–like story of nighttime hijinks…. With a final allusion to bravery, Davis lightly inserts emotion into what’s otherwise a pleasantly straightforward bedtime aid."
    Publishers Weekly
  • "The concept of the Good Dream Dragon will reassure little ones who might have nighttime or bad-dream anxiety…. Dreamland itself is, fittingly, safe and whimsical. The illustrations are soft with twilight purples and playful patchwork scenery. The idea of a protective dream guide is perfect for the preschool crowd, often newly aware of nighttime fears. Sweet and gentle, an ideal bedtime read."
    Kirkus Reviews
  • "With endpapers featuring cupcakes, pink pigs, friendly cows, and sprinkled cookies, this book will have children on the path to sweet dreams before they have turned a single page.... It’s all as soothing as can be, and will send any child off to peaceful dreams.... A satisfying tale sure to enlist the imaginations of young listeners for a pleasant bedtime."
    SLJ

On Sale
Oct 25, 2022
Page Count
40 pages
Publisher
Christy Ottaviano Books
ISBN-13
9780316349451

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Jacky Davis

About the Author

Jacky Davis (she/her) has written many popular children’s books, including the co-creation of the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series. Her other books include: Sunny Side-Up, Black Belt Bunny, Olive & Pekoe, and Agent Lion. She lives in Rosendale, New York with her family and rescue dog that somehow resembles both a lion and a bear. To find out more about Jacky go to blackpolka.com.

Courtney Dawson (she/her/they) is a children’s book illustrator, designer, avid book reader, and mother. She is inspired by the world around her and all of the good in it. Courtney loves to work on projects that are empowering, inclusive, and whimsical. She also enjoys rainy days indoors and painting to Sam Cooke. She resides with her partner, wild toddler, cute baby, and many overwatered plants in Ventura, California. You can view more of Courtney’s work by visiting courtneyjdawson.com or @courtneyjdee on Instagram. 

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Courtney Dawson

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