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Dreams for our Daughters

Ruth Doyle author Ashling Lindsay illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd

Published:3rd Feb '22

Should be back in stock very soon

Dreams for our Daughters cover

An uplifting and inspirational picture book about the unique experiences and opportunities that children raised as girls will encounter in this sometimes troubling, challenging world. On a star-scattered night a brand new baby with so much potential in born… and the world has dazzling possibilities to offer her. A beautiful and poignant message is at the heart of this book: whatever is expected of you, you can be whoever you want to be. The companion book to Songs for our Sons, this is a truly stunning gift for children and parents at any key life moment, from birth to graduation.

"Readers who revel in sound, dream, and color will enjoy sharing this poetic experience." * Kirkus *
"[A] book that all girls will treasure for the rest of their lives" -- Emma Suffield * Little Blog of Library Treasures *
"I am totally in love with this book. The text is nothing short of perfect. Encouraging and inspirational, putting into the most beautiful words what most of us dream of for our daughters. . . The artwork is by turns whimsical, adventurous and energetic. . . Each spread is just a joy to look at!" * We(e) Read(s) *
"Striking to look at and exhilarating to read aloud, this is very special and a lovely book to give to any little girl" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

ISBN: 9781783448531

Dimensions: 251mm x 241mm x 4mm

Weight: 200g

32 pages