The Old Man In The Dream
A dream visitor begs a powerful man for help.
- Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words
About this book
Kwon Jai is a powerful man who loves sports and outdoor adventures. One night he dreams of an old man with tears in his eyes, bowing low and begging for help. The next morning, a friend arrives with an invitation that puts Kwon in a difficult spot. A short folktale with a real lesson inside it.
Book details
| Book type | Hearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening. |
|---|---|
| Author | Suyash Singh |
| Ages | 5 to 7 years, also 3 to 5 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 2 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 230 words, about 2 minutes of listening |
| Categories | Folktales, Story Time |
| Interactive features | Audio-only listening |
| Language | English |
Where you can listen to this book
Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.
Get the Read Along AppThis edition has no quiz or activity.
Why read The Old Man In The Dream with your child
Folktales give children big questions in small packages, and this one asks what kindness costs. Kwon must weigh a plea made in a dream against a friend's invitation and his own love of adventure. Listen to it together and pause at the hard moment: what would your child do, and why? The story shows that kindness is not always easy or obvious, and that saying no can itself be a kind act. It is short enough to listen to twice, and the second listening brings the best discussion.
Talk about it together
- If a dream asked you for help, what would you do?
- Is it ever hard to say no to a friend? When?
- What does it mean to be kind when kindness is difficult?
Inside the book
Kwon Jai is a powerful man who loves sports and outdoor adventures. One night he dreams of an old man in tears, begging him for help against a powerful enemy. When morning comes, a friend's invitation forces Kwon to choose between a pleasant day out and the old man's plea.
Children gain a first lesson in thinking before acting, and in the quiet courage of a difficult choice. It is short, thoughtful, and made for talking about together.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
It is written for ages 5 to 7 years, and also for ages 3 to 5 years and 7 to 9 years.
Is this book narrated?
Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App, as an audio-only edition. This edition has no quiz or activity.
How long is the book?
230 words, about 2 minutes of listening time.
Is this a folktale?
Yes. It is a short folktale, retold in simple words, with a lesson about kindness and difficult choices.
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