Penny’s Dream — a gentle bedtime tale about kindness
A heartwarming picture poem by Camilla Bacelo that invites little readers to dream big, give love, and light the world with small acts of kindness. When Penny follows a glowing firefly into a dreamland of wonder, she learns that kindness, whether it’s one hug or one helping hand, can brighten the whole world. Perfect for bedtime, preschool storytime, and kindergarten lessons on empathy.
Along the way, Penny encounters mythical beings who teach her that kindness can take various forms, such as just listening, sharing a smile, or saying something consoling. Little acts of kindness spread happiness far and wide, serving as a reminder to young readers that even the smallest heart may have a significant impact. A beloved tale that fosters kindness and lovely dreams, Penny’s Dream has a calming rhythm, beautiful graphics, and a timeless message.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
CAMILLA BACELO
Camilla Bacelo writes gentle stories that celebrate curiosity, compassion, and childhood wonder. She believes picture books are small places where big hearts learn how to be brave and kind. Penny’s Dream is Camilla’s newest story for little readers who love cozy bedtime rhythms and hopeful endings. Camilla lives with her family, where she writes, reads aloud, and collects ideas from the backyard and neighborhood friends.
When Camilla isn’t writing, she may be found jotting down story ideas in her notepad, observing the passing clouds, or taking in the gentle chatter of nature, which includes distant songbirds, bustling bees, and rustling leaves. She wants her stories to encourage kids to take a close look at the world, to dream bigger, and to always choose kindness even in the tiny things.
ABOUT THE BOOK
PENNY’S DREAM
When Penny drifts off to sleep, a friendly firefly guides her into a dreamy world where small acts of kindness, a hug for a sad squirrel, patience with a tangled bird wing, and a song shared with a lonely child make everything brighter. Penny's Dream is a lyrical, tender bedtime poem that shows children how simple, loving actions can change the world.
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Camilla's stories inspire young readers to dream big, love deeply, and see magic in everyday moments. Each tale is a soft invitation to pause, breathe, and discover the extraordinary hidden in ordinary days.
Her stories, which range from peaceful garden trips to starry-night journeys, teach kids that love may be as easy as smiling, holding hands, or believing in something lovely. Every story is a gentle call to stop, take a deep breath, and uncover the exceptional concealed inside everyday life.
A Bedtime Journey That Inspires Kind Hearts
With gentle rhymes and glowing imagery, Penny's Dream shows young readers that even the smallest acts of kindness can create the brightest light.
This heartfelt bedtime story reminds children that they, too, can make the world a softer, kinder place. One small act at a time.
Penny discovers that kindness is peaceful, cozy, and extremely powerful as she makes her way through her dreamlike journey. Every little thing, a whispered "are you okay?" or a shared joke or a helping hand, becomes a spark of light that drives the darkness away.
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