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“I dream a world where no one will scorn“

This book can link to my teaching in the classroom by promoting discussions about dreams, aspirations, and self-expression, allowing students to connect their personal goals to broader societal themes. It also encourages creativity and imagination, which are essential elements in fostering a love for reading and learning.

This is a children‘s picture book published in 1996 that celebrates the aspirations and dreams of young people through the lens of Langston Hughes‘s powerful poetry. The book combines illustrations with Hughes's inspiring words, encouraging children to believe in their dreams and work towards achieving them.

I have a dream, A dream that is mine

I would not use this book in my classroom

I enjoyed this book and it‘s message. The illustrations were well done

“In the face of the sun, dance! Twirl! Whirl!“

The illustrations added to Langston Hughes “Dream Variation“ in That Is My Dream! Is a great addition to the words and help create a better picture of what Langston is saying.

That Is My Dream by Langston Hughes (2017) is one of Langston's most celebrated poems, “Dream Variation.“ It is a dream about a world free of discrimination and racism that was turned into a picture book with the help of illustrator Daniel Miyares. The illustrations bring the words to life and are a wonderful addition to the poem.

“In the face of the sun, dance! Twirl! Whirl!”

The illustrations added to Langston Hughes “Dream Variation” in That Is My Dream! is a great addition to the words and help create a better picture of what Langston is saying. 

That Is My Dream! by Langston Hughes (2017) is one of Langston‘s most celebrated poems, “Dream Variation”. It is a dream about a world free of discrimination and racism that was turned into a picture book with the help of illustrator Daniel Miyares. The illustrations bring the words to life and are a wonderful addition to the poem. 

I really enjoyed this poem as it discussed the harsh realities of social injustices. In addition, the poem was beautifully illustrated and as it expressed the freedoms the boy would like to experience in his life.

That Is My Dream!: A Picture Book of Langston Hughes's Dream Variation, is a poem about the dream of a world free of discrimination and racial prejudice. It follows an African-American boy through the course of his day as the harsh reality of segregation and racial prejudice comes into vivid focus. But the boy dreams of a different life—one full of freedom, hope, and wild possibility, where he can fling his arms wide in the face of the sun.

“Night come tenderly, black like me“.

This book contains various elements of poetry including meaning, sound patterns, and a sense of imagery. The book holds valuable meaning that brings upon raw emotions of the reader. Its message is portrayed through the use of multiple rhyming sound patterns amongst the various lines. Finally, the imagery taps into the readers vivid sense of imagery through the use of descriptive language and powerful illustrations.

This book sends readers an inspiring and timeless message of pride, joy, and the dream of a better life. The story is told through the perspective of a young African American boy. The story follows him throughout his day as the harsh reality and segregation and racial prejudice comes into vivid focus. The boy dreams of a different life- one that is full of freedom, hope, and wild possibility.

“Night coming tenderly, black like me.“

This children's book contains various elements of poetry including meaning, sound patterns, and a sense of imagery. The book holds valuable meaning that brings upon raw emotions and mood of the reader. Its message is portrayed through the use of multiple rhyming sound patterns amongst the various lines. Finally, the story taps into the readers vivid sense of imagery through the use of descriptive language and powerful illustrations.

This children's book sends readers an inspiring and timeless message of pride, joy, and the dream of a better life. The story is told through the perspective of a young African American boy. The story follows him throughout his day as the harsh reality of segregation and racial prejudice comes into vivid focus. But the boy dreams of a different life-one that is full of freedom, hope, and wild possibility.

“Night coming tenderly, black like me.“

This children's book contains various elements of poetry including meaning, sound patterns, and a sense of imagery. The book holds valuable meaning that brings upon raw emotions and mood of the reader. Its message is portrayed through the use of multiple rhyming sound patterns amongst the various lines. Finally, the story taps into the readers vivid sense of imagery through the use of descriptive language and powerful illustrations.

This children's book sends readers an inspiring and timeless message of pride, joy, and the dream of a better life. The story is told through the perspective of a young African American boy. The story follows him throughout his day as the harsh reality of segregation and racial prejudice comes into vivid focus. But the boy dreams of a different life-one that is full of freedom, hope, and wild possibility.

“Night come tenderly, black like me.“

This is a poem with an underlying meaning about being segregated. It has a fast rhythm because of the short lines. It incorporates sense imagery as it talks about the warm sun beating down and a cool evening under the shade of a tall, slim tree.

It is about a little black boy who dreams of not being segregated and of twirling in the sun.

Quote:
“Night come tenderly, black like me.“

Blurb:
This is a poem with an underlying meaning about being segregated. It has a fast rhythm because of the short lines. It incorporates sense imagery as it talks about the warm sun beating down and a cool evening under the shade of a tall, slim tree.

Review:
It is about a little black boy who dreams of not being segregated and of twirling in the sun.

#DecemberSong Day 23: Not really #CarolOfTheBells but this illuminated version of Hughes‘ Dream Variation is quite powerful. Apart from portraying the racial inequality through his art, Miyares also captured the beautiful sense of dreaming and the fierce sense of pride in owning one‘s identity. My review: https://wp.me/pDlzr-mLy

Langston Hughes “Dream Variation” with gorgeous illustrations. 💙

This is just beautiful. Everything about it. Hughes‘s words. Miyares‘s art. The combo is breathtaking. It is powerful, yet still approachable. I love everything about it. Read it to kids so they can see what poetry can do.

My first poem book (April is National Poetry Month)in the form of a children‘s picture book 💕 Loved reading about a young boy dreaming of a world with equality & compassion 😊😊 A must read for all ages! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Daniel Miyares gorgeously illustrates Langston Hughes‘s “Dream Variation.” Every page is beautiful.