Just a Dream

Title: Just a Dream

Author: Chris Van Allsburg
Illustrator: Chris Van Allsburg

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin (2011)

ISBN: 9780547520261

“Walter dumped everything into one can, He was too busy to sort through garbage, especially when there was something good on television.” Walter litters, he doesn’t sort the trash and he laughs at his neighbour for planting a tree. One night he dreams of a nightmare future. It affects a major change in Walter. Once the reformed Walter understands everyone needs to respect the environment he dreams of an alternative, more positive future.

Cause and effect is a complex concept for children to understand. This picture book lists helps develop a deeper understanding of the affect of our actions.

This collection of picture books highlights global damage, our responsibilities and how we can influence change.

Children are not born with integrity, it is reinforced by people in their home, school and community. These picture books promote being trustworthy, open-minded and showing impartiality.

Being principled means having a sound grasp of moral reasoning. Use these picture books to discuss themes of integrity, honesty and a sense of fairness.

Teach children to respect themselves, other people and the world around them with these great picture books.

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Houghton Mufflin: Just a Dream Teacher guide
Chris Van Allsburg Official Website
Go Recycle: All you need to know to know about recycling for KS1 and KS2
BBC Bitesize: What should I do with my rubbish?
PBS Parents: Teaching Children to Have Integrity
Edutopia: Creating a Culture of Integrity in the Classroom
Reading Rockets: Chris Van Allsburg interview
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