Dreams and What They Mean: Facts, Trivia, and Quizzes (Mind Games) by Elsie Olson
Published by Lerner Publications on August 1st 2017
ISBN: 1512434175
Pages: 32
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In the book, Dreams and What They Mean, Elsie Olsen explores the science and history of dreams. Readers begin with learning about the commonality of dreams throughout history. Then they present insightful questions with well supported historical answers. The sleep cycle is explained clearly in simple language. An elementary presentation about the psychology of dreams is given by introducing Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. The meanings behind what and who we dream about are illustrated with comical factoids. There are also quizzes to make the reader more aware of their personal dream life.

The book is bright with fun illustrations and photos. There are threads for the reader to follow during practical application pages. More difficult words are in bold font to lead the reader to the glossary which is located at the back of the book. At the conclusion of the book, there is a list of prompts for the reader to create their own dream journal. This would be a fun class project for 3rd – 5th grades or could be used as a family activity.

This quality title will benefit the readers by helping them learn self-awareness. Both school and public libraries would benefit by adding this title to their collection.

Reviewed by Liz Davis, Children’s Librarian, Waterville Public Library