Dreams for Our Daughters

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The illustrations – vibrant and lively in a rich, warm palette – show young girls exploring the world and vividly express the hopes and joy contained in the text. It’s a prophetic word of what could be, what is hoped for, and what may come to pass, if only we allow our young girls the freedom to dream. 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.

A star-scattered night, a brand new baby, and all the potential in the world… This is a poetic introduction to what it means to be raised as a girl in the challenging times we live in, and all of the dazzling possibilities the world has to offer. This beautiful mix of childlike magical dreams and inspiring words of encouragement to change the world is matched perfectly with the fantastical illustrations.We'll keep in touch with fresh newness and offers so that you're first in the know of what's happening! Though things are opening up, covid cases are still high and a lot of our staff have only received one jab. A glorious tale encouraging young girls to become leaders, to know their potential and believe in their worth. Each new day is a chance to become a keeper of kindness and a champion of change, an imaginative explorer who listens well and speaks the truth.

The world is waiting just for you, ready for you to explore and find your place, in this mesmerising collaboration from Ruth Doyle and Ashling Lindsay. 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 You may also be interested in. Dreams for our Daughters envisions a future where humanity cares for creation, for refugees, for the outcast, and the marginalized—and it envisions young girls leading the charge into this better world. With an inspirational message, Dreams for our Daughters speaks of what it means to be a child in this challenging world. With the empowerment of girls at its heart, it could so easily have fallen into the trap of being a book that you think you ‘should’ read rather than want to, but it is something else entirely.

Also, a wonderful book to aid with mental health education as it is calm, reassuring, honest and hopeful. A perfect gift for baby showers, graduations, and other celebrations, Dreams for Our Daughters is a book girls will treasure throughout their lives. Selected clients : Alba editorial, Francis Lincoln, Andersen Press, Gallimard Jeunesse and Booktrust. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.

The illustrations flow across the pages, pulling you happily through the story with the same quality that Ashling Lindsay brought to her delicate but beautiful book The Night Box.This is a poetic introduction to what it means to grow up as a girl in the challenging times we live in, and all of the dazzling possibilities the world has to offer.