The Best Good Day of My Dreams
or is it The Worst Bad Day of My Nightmares?
With lovely watercolour illustrations from Svetlana Golub, C.L. Edwin presents a powerful children’s story on the power of perspective and personal choices.
Author: C.L. Edwin
Paperback ISBN: 978-0646700519
Ebook ASIN: B0DKB6TRJH
Reading Age: 4-8yo
ABOUT THE BOOK
Level up your child’s reading experience with a book that celebrates the power of perspective and the joy of imagination. Beyond a story, this book is a child-friendly invitation to holistic health.
Join a young boy on a journey through his day, which unfolds in two contrary tales. In the first half, explore a day that feels like "the worst bad day of my nightmares" with a series of minor mishaps and comical misadventures captured with dramatic flair. The boy's frustrations are expressively illustrated, making every challenge both engaging and relatable.
Then, witness the magic as the same day is recast through a positive lens, turning "the worst bad day" into "the best good day." With a shift in perspective and a renewed outlook, the boy’s experiences become joyful adventures, brimming with laughter and delight, with only a single word altered on many pages. The transformation is beautifully mirrored in the vibrant, uplifting watercolor illustrations in full colour.
Ideal for bedtime reflections or a calm corner of your child's library, this heartwarming book encourages young readers to see the world through a hopeful lens and empowers them to create the silver lining in every situation. "The Best Good Day of My Dreams" comes with a beautiful collection of free activities for nurturing positive thinking and emotional resilience, promoting conversations for strong families, and providing a needed challenge for a thriving community. Each resource is aligned with the Australian Curriculum for ease of use for educators and homeschoolers.
Give your child the gift of a fun and transformative reading experience. Discover the joy of positive perspective and let every page turn into a celebration of the power your child holds in their own life.
“Wow!
This book hit me right in the feelings.
It’s not your typical story.”
- Early Reader
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REVIEWS
“Wish this was around when my now-young-adult sons were in their early years of Autism diagnosis and homeschooling. What I love most is not just the simple and reinforced elements of the story but the reflection question and resources offered too. I bought this to share with families I still meet and mentor who are on their own journey with their amazing children. Whether it be neurodiverse or not, reflective thinking is such a fundamental skill to empowering young people to feel in control of their own emotional regulation. I hope more of this type of book are created.”
- Sarah Goodenough Wheatley, mother and homeschooler
“I picked up The Best Good Day of My Dreams: The Worst Bad Day of My Nightmares not really knowing what to expect, and wow this book hit me right in the feelings. It’s not your typical story. It’s more like a poetic journey through the mind of someone trying to make sense of joy and pain, sometimes all at once. C.L. Edwin writes in a way that’s raw and human like they’re sitting next to you, just telling you what’s on their heart without trying to impress anyone. It felt real.”
- Elly Whalley, mother and NDIS Service Delivery Manager
FAQs
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The Best Good Day of My Dreams is ideal for young children, particularly early readers or those who enjoy picture books. While we recommend 4-8 years, the book has been used with children both younger and older than this with great success. The focus on emotional resilience and perspective also makes it useful for parents, teachers, and therapists working with children.
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Yes. When you buy the book, you get free bonus resources. These include:
“My Circle of Control”
“Big Feelings Toolbox”
“When I’m Bored”
“Story Sequence”
And more
These are aligned with the Australian Curriculum and were created/reviewed by a qualified teacher and early childhood therapist.
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Beyond the literacy elements within the book, educators and parents may also use this book to teach:
Perspective: How the same events can feel very different depending on how you view them.
Emotional resilience: Learning to reframe challenges positively.
Imagination & creativity: Encouraging children to use their imagination to turn ordinary or difficult moments into something joyful.
Mental health / well-being: Promotes reflection, hope, and healthy thinking.
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Yes. C.L. Edwin loves engaging with children and readers of all ages. You can send a booking request through our Contact Page.
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Yes. This book has been written by an Australian teacher with experience as an NDIS early childhood therapist. Reviews from parents also specifically mention using it with neurodiverse children. The mix of expressive storytelling and therapeutic reflection makes it well-suited to children who might benefit from extra emotional-support resources.
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Please do! The bonus worksheets and guides are designed to be practical and educational, integrating with curriculum goals and supporting emotional development. You can find the link for these resources at the back of your book.
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If your library doesn’t have this book yet, you can request a copy by giving them the title, ISBN/ASIN, and publisher details (all listed at the top of this page). Most libraries are happy to add books when readers ask. Just complete a form on your local library’s website or ask a librarian for help.