Big Dreams Have Magical Powers
Dreams are like magical stars that light up our imaginations.
They can be anything we want—becoming a famous astronaut exploring distant galaxies, a gifted musician performing for thousands, or a groundbreaking scientist making world-changing discoveries. When it comes to dreaming big, the sky truly is the limit.
Big dreams fill our hearts with hope and possibility. They give us purpose, focus, and direction. They inspire effort, perseverance, and patience. They help kids (and adults!) learn to work hard, delay gratification, and keep moving forward—especially when the going gets tough.
That’s why encouraging children to dream big is one of the most powerful gifts we can give them.
Small Steps Have Magical Powers Too
But dreaming alone isn’t enough. Dreams need a plan—and a path.
That’s where small steps come in. Small steps carry their own kind of magic. They help turn dreams into action.
Small steps reduce overwhelm. They build momentum and motivation. One step leads to another, then another—and before you know it, you’re making real progress. That’s the secret: big dreams happen one small, smart step at a time.
Dreams + Small Steps = A Magical Formula for Success
It’s not about doing everything at once—it’s about doing something today and sticking with it tomorrow. Over time, this dream-and-do formula builds belief, skills, and confidence.
3 Small Steps You Can Take Today to Get Kids Dreaming and Doing Big
1. Listen to the Sammy Song “Big Ol' Dream” and Talk About Dreams
Enjoy the song Big Ol' Dream together and follow it with a discussion.
Then ask your child or student:
“What do you dream of doing or becoming?” Listen with enthusiasm. Let their imagination run wild. Show them their dreams are welcome and worth exploring.
2. Write or Draw the Dream
Encourage them to write a short story or draw a picture about their dream. This makes it feel real and personal.
Bonus: Keep it somewhere visible as a reminder and motivator!
Explore Sammy's Dream Big Steps and more activities like this in the Dream Big Journal section of Sammy Rabbit's Money School.
3. Take One Tiny Action
Pick one small step:
– Read a book about their dream or big dreams, like Sammy's Big Dream!
– Watch an inspiring video
– Set a mini-goal
– Write down one thing they can do this week
No step is too small. The key is to begin.
💡 Fun Fact: Research shows that kids introduced to goal-setting and saving early are more likely to continue those habits into adulthood. Source: Center for Social Development, Washington University in St. Louis.
Let’s Light the Spark
Every big dream starts with a spark. Every journey begins with a single step. Let’s help kids take that step today—then another tomorrow—and another the day after that.
Together, we can turn big dreams into bright futures.
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