About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling apprehensive about the dark or struggling with the transition into sleep. It is an ideal choice for the child who needs to feel that the nighttime world is not a place of shadows, but a canvas for their own agency and imagination. By reframing the dark as a space where the familiar neighborhood transforms into a lush, friendly jungle, the story empowers children to feel like masters of their own dreams. The story follows Anna, a young girl who drifts into a vivid dream where she flies over her city and into her favorite park. What was once ordinary becomes extraordinary as she encounters gentle crocodiles, playful monkeys, and a protective lion who serves as her guide. This 1989 classic uses poetic language to validate a child's inner world, making it a perfect wind-down read for ages 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it replaces fear with wonder, providing a soft landing for even the most active imaginations.
