Amara and The World of Dreams

Some questions are like tiny, sleeping seeds. They can rest in our minds for a very long time, and we might not even know they are there. Then, a story comes along like a warm ray of sun or a gentle drop of rain, and the question begins to sprout.

The story of Amara and the butterfly is just like that. It’s a new telling of a question that has been whispered for thousands of years, first by a thoughtful thinker from long ago who also wondered about a butterfly dream. It’s a question about what is real, what is imagination, and the beautiful, blurry line where they sometimes meet.

This timeless riddle is now Amara’s to hold. As she naps in a sun-drenched meadow, she invites us to wonder with her.

Because every curious mind is different, you will find two tellings of Amara’s story here. They are designed to be shared and enjoyed in ways that best fit your family.

An Outline of the Stories

Click on the Table of Contents [or images below] and find TWO DIFFERENT VERSIONS depending on how old you are

• V. 1 For Little Listeners (Ages 2-5)

This version is a gentle whisper of the story, perfect for reading aloud in a cozy lap. It is told with simple, rhythmic words that focus on the senses—the soft grass, the sweet nectar, the flutter of bright wings. It introduces the big question in the simplest way, not as a problem to be solved, but as a first, delightful moment of wonder.

• V. 2 For Little Dreamers (Ages 6-9)

This telling is a deeper journey into Amara’s meadow. The language is richer and more descriptive, inviting readers to feel the warmth of the sun and the freedom of the dream more fully. To encourage family conversations, you will find prompts to discuss before, during, and after you read. These questions are gentle invitations to share your own dreams, thoughts, and ideas, making the story a shared experience.

No matter which path you take into Amara’s dream, the goal is not to find a single “right” answer. The goal is to find joy in the asking, to get cozy with curiosity, and to see the world, and our own imaginations, as places of infinite and beautiful mystery.

Happy wondering.