Empowering Readers Through Dream Street: Building Confidence and Aspirations

Are you searching for a wonderful book that encourages your child to believe they can become anything they desire? Looking for a fun activity to do with your child after reading? Consider Dream Street by Tricia Elam Walker and Ekua Holmes. This beautifully illustrated book depicts a nurturing neighborhood that supports children’s aspirations, featuring an important quote from Yusef’s mom: “Don’t leave the house without your crown.” Sharing this book with your child can boost their self-confidence, and even on tough days, you can remind them to hold their head high with their crown on!

Interested in a free resource? Look below for a printable crown you can decorate with your enthusiastic reader. Both of you can design crowns together, symbolizing important things or future goals!

This is a fantastic activity for a rainy day or to escape the heat during long summer days! Remember, reading goes beyond just reading a book! You could share this book one day and the next, work on the crown. Establishing a routine of discussing books is an easy way to promote literacy at home.

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Free paper crowns to download and print!

Dream Street, available to purchase

Check out these paper crowns available for purchase.

Alternatively, here are gold crowns that come with stickers.

Dream Street by Tricia Elam Walker & Ekua Holmes