"I just had the most incredible dream!" "Pay attention; stop daydreaming!" "It was only a nightmare." Dreaming takes place in a dimension of its own, difficult to define and hard to study. Nonetheless it remains a routine and ever-present part of our human experience. So, what do we know about the mechanics of dreaming? Where and how do dreams appear in our sleeping mind? What role do they play in shared culture and differences across cultures? How can we make meaning of them when desired? This fascinating and must-have book dives into the world of dreams and provides explanations and prompts for curious young readers.