| Author | Pam Munoz Ryan |
| Title | The Dreamer |
| Illustrator | Peter Sis |
| Readability Score | 650 Lexile |
| Genre | Fiction |
| Subgenre | Realistic |
| Theme | Children can learn about Pablo Neruda's childhood. Children can be introduced to cultural aspects of Chili. |
| Primary and Secondary Characters | Primary: Neftali Secondary: His dad, stepmom Mamadre, older brother Rodolfo and sister Laurita |
| Award(s) date of publication | No known awards/ 2010 |
| Publishing Company | Scholastic Press |
| ISBN Number | 978- 0439269704 |
| Summary | This story is about the life Neftali. His father criticizes everything he does; he is bullied by children. Although he faces much advesary, Neftali follows his heart and desire to express himself. This story has a biography element, as well as poetry throughout. The illustrations offer foreshadowing clues of upcoming events. |
| Description of how you would use this book | Teachers can use this book to teach story elements, poetry, visualization, and "a coming of age" concept. |
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