{"product_id":"road-to-dreamland-hardcover","title":"Road to Dreamland - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLara Veronese\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAmanda Letcher\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake a deep breath of Dreamland air - your adventure is about to begin!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In this gentle and imaginative picture book, children follow their anaesthetist as a friendly guide, connecting to the Dream Machine and drifting peacefully into Dreamland through a calm, comforting story filled with fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by a specialist anaesthetist with years of experience supporting children and families, \u003cstrong\u003eRoad to Dreamland\u003c\/strong\u003e transforms the anaesthetic journey into a soothing adventure that replaces fear with curiosity and confidence. The rhyming story is paired with bright, engaging illustrations and delightful \"search and find\" elements that encourage children to explore every page and feel more involved in their own journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach step of the process is introduced in a child-friendly way, helping little readers understand what to expect before their operation. The book is designed to promote a sense of calm, control, and bravery, making it a helpful companion in the days or weeks leading up to surgery. Alongside the story, children can complete four extra \"Dreamland Missions,\" with the final mission taking place only in the real hospital, turning the experience into something interactive, exciting, and empowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo support families further, the book includes thoughtful tips for parents as well as practical guidance for anaesthetists on reducing perioperative anxiety. These sections offer simple, effective strategies that can make a meaningful difference to a child's experience on the day of their procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLoved by parents and useful for healthcare professionals, this beautifully illustrated resource can help create smoother, more confident anaesthetic inductions. Aimed at children aged 1-10, \u003cstrong\u003eRoad to Dreamland\u003c\/strong\u003e turns butterflies in little tummies into bravery, bright dreams, and a sense of adventure. It makes a thoughtful and reassuring gift for any child preparing for hospital or surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 26, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55152772841763,"sku":"9780646730325","price":39.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8279\/8371\/files\/H2huP1VTdo9780646730325.webp?v=1779793575","url":"https:\/\/homeschoolbookbarn.com\/products\/road-to-dreamland-hardcover","provider":"Homeschool Book Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}