My Father's Dragon: A Journey to Dreamland

Welcome to Luminous Imaginations, your cozy haven for gentle bedtime stories and calming night-light videos for kids and families. Tonight, embark on a magical "Journey to Dreamland" with the beloved classic, My Father's Dragon, by acclaimed author Ruth Stiles Gannett.
This full read-aloud of "My Father’s Dragon," invites children and parents alike to unwind and prepare for peaceful sleep. Join young Elmer Elevator on his thrilling, yet ultimately heartwarming, adventure to Wild Island as he outsmarts clever animals and finally rescues a baby dragon.
Why This Video Helps Your Child Sleep:
At Luminous Imaginations, we blend soothing narration with softly bouncing red-orb visuals—scientifically tuned to support sleep—and gentle ambient sounds. This unique combination promotes relaxation and helps create a calm, consistent bedtime routine.
Sleep-Friendly Visuals: Our long-wavelength red light visuals minimize melatonin suppression and circadian disruption, supporting the body's natural readiness for sleep. Red light is less alerting than blue/white light, promoting deeper relaxation.
Soothing Narration: Experience a gentle, slow-paced read-aloud that helps calm busy minds and eases the transition from a day of play to a night of rest.
Calming Soundscapes: Paired with the story, simple soundscapes (like gentle rain or soft wind) provide consistent, gentle auditory stimulation, reducing physiological arousal and encouraging slower breathing and heart rates.
About the Book:
My Father's Dragon is a Newbery Honor book, first published in 1948, and has captivated generations of readers with its imaginative tale of bravery, friendship, and problem-solving. Written by Ruth Stiles Gannett, with illustrations by her stepmother, Ruth Chrisman Gannett, this timeless fantasy adventure is celebrated for its simple yet engaging prose, making it perfect for young listeners. It's the first book in a beloved trilogy, followed by "Elmer and the Dragon" and "The Dragons of Blueland."
Perfect for:
Parents seeking calming bedtime routines and sleep-training tools.
Toddlers and children who benefit from consistent, soothing sleep cues.
Families wanting screen time that supports relaxation and restful sleep.
Fans of classic children's literature, fantasy, and adventure stories.
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00:00 INTRO
01:41 Chapter 1. My Father Meets the Cat
04:46 Chapter 2. My Father Runs Away
09:55 Chapter 3. My Father Finds the Island
15:04 Chapter 4. My Father Finds the River
19:11 Chapter 5. My Father Meets Some Tigers
23:45 Chapter 6. My Father Meets A Rhinoceros
29:08 Chapter 7. My Father Meets A Lion
32:40 Chapter 8. My Father Meets A Gorilla
37:16 Chapter 9. My Father Makes A Bridge
41:13 Chapter 10. My Father Finds the Dragon
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