I Dreamt I Was

A Collection of Whimsical Poems by Glenn Moore

What happens when you close your eyes and let your imagination soar? In I Dreamt I Was, beloved author Glenn Moore takes readers on an unforgettable nighttime journey where anything is possible and every dream is an adventure waiting to unfold.

Through nine enchanting poems, children discover the magic of transformation. One night, you might wake as an elegant elephant, “not fat, but rather elegant,” towering on pillars strong, leading the king’s parade. Next, you could be a chimpanzee living high in a banana tree, or perhaps a lazy moose who cleverly gets others to solve his problems. From the mighty king of beasts with his beautiful mane-crown to a crocodile with the biggest mouth but the cutest smile, each character celebrates what makes them wonderfully unique.

Moore’s playful verses are filled with gentle humor and memorable refrains that beg to be read aloud. There’s the tiny bird who sings her heart out but can’t be heard, the baby whale who sucks his tail instead of a thumb, and the magnificent polar bear admired by all in the northern snows. Each poem reveals a deeper truth: being different isn’t just okay, it’s something to celebrate.

Written with warmth and dedicated to family, this collection reflects Moore’s understanding of a child’s inner world where imagination knows no bounds. The rhythmic verses and whimsical scenarios make this perfect for bedtime reading, classroom sharing, or any moment when young minds need permission to dream big.

Illustrated with inspiration from Katie Reitermeyer, I Dreamt I Was is more than an invitation to embrace the extraordinary creatures we become when we dare to imagine. After all, as Moore reminds us, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is only “three letters, and a lot of imagination.”

Perfect for ages 4-8 | Ideal for bedtime reading | Celebrates imagination and individuality