
DREAM BLOCKS
ILLUSTRATIONS
DREAM-BLOCKS
STUPID YOU
ANAGRAMS
DOORSTEPS
THE BIG CLOCK
THE NEW DRESS
A QUESTIONING
A TEST
A bright collection of whimsical verses invites listeners into the boundless world of a child's imagination. From building sky‑high castles out of ever‑changing “dream‑blocks” to teasing the mysteries of a quiet rain‑spattered window, each poem captures the simple wonder of everyday moments. Playful language and gentle rhythm turn ordinary scenes—like sweeping a porch or spotting a hidden fairy—into tiny adventures that feel both personal and universal.
The book weaves together heartfelt reflections on growing up, the ache of unanswered questions, and the comfort of quiet prayers. Through lively sketches of a big clock that seems to race at night, a patched‑up blue dress that feels just right, and the soft music of spring, listeners are encouraged to linger in the sweet space between curiosity and calm. It’s an invitation to pause, smile, and let a child’s voice remind us how magic lives in the small details of life.
Language
en
Duration
~18 minutes (17K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2013-01-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1882
Best known for gentle, imaginative books for children, this American writer also trained and worked as a nurse. Her stories include Dream Blocks and A Little Princess of the Patio, blending warmth, playfulness, and early-20th-century charm.
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