Families who loved What Do You Dream? by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when the lights go down and your child is feeling those end of day jitters or curiosity about the unseen world. It is the perfect tool for moving from a high-energy day into a soft, imaginative headspace. The story acts as a gentle bridge to sleep by inviting children to wonder what the natural world does when its eyes are closed. Through rhythmic, lyrical prose, the book explores the whimsical dreamscapes of various animals, from a whale dreaming of deep-sea songs to a dog dreaming of the ultimate chase. It celebrates imagination and the quiet beauty of nature. For children ages 3 to 7, it provides a sense of security and wonder, helping them view bedtime not as an end to their fun, but as the beginning of a brand new, creative adventure.