The Dreamies

About this book

Some children can’t wait to get home, gobble up their dinner, throw on their pyjamas, and jump into bed. They are excited to fall asleep because they know the Dreamies will pay them a visit and paint amazing dreams for them to enjoy. 

But sometimes the Dreamies can get carried away with their painting; what starts out as fun can turn a bit scary. If this happens, all you need is a little bit of imagination and the Dreamies will get your dreams back on track.

This is a wonderfully creative story by debut author-illustrator Iona Campbell. The Dreamies are charming little characters who make bedtime feel magical as they paint vivid dreams – reminiscent of the BFG with his dream pipe, but miniature. 

Their dream painting is brought to life by Campbell’s own artwork, with dragons, adventures, and beautiful bright colours that swirl across the page as the dreams develop.

This book also carries an important message about children’s dreams and nightmares, including an informative page from child sleep consultant Gemma Coe. 

It is a perfect choice for helping children talk about and manage bad dreams they may have experienced and for encouraging positive bedtime routines.