The Book of Stolen Dreams — David Farr • Ages 9+

The Book of Stolen Dreams — Teaching Resources

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Activities

Alternate History Discussion

The novel is set in an alternate 1940s Europe. Pupils discuss: what real historical events does the novel seem to echo? Why might Farr have chosen to use a fictional world rather than the real historical one?

Design the Book of Stolen Dreams

If the Book of Stolen Dreams existed, what would it look like? Pupils design its cover and write a short paragraph describing its appearance, feel and smell. What would you feel holding something that dangerous?

Assessment Questions

  1. What does the Book of Stolen Dreams do?
  2. Who is the Commissar?
  3. What does the Commissar want to use the book for?
  4. What is the Library in the novel?

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