The Art of Dreaming Barley

The Art of Dreaming Barley 

A mythic family storybook of seasons, soul, and the living Earth

Enter a world where land speaks, animals carry wisdom, and the turning of the seasons tells a deeper story.

The Art of Dreaming Barley follows Gráinne and Séamus as they journey through the Celtic wheel of the year. Guided by the whispers of nature and the quiet song of the heart, each season opens a doorway into memory, wonder, and belonging.

Through the voices of animals, the elements, and the ever changing land, readers are invited to slow down, listen deeply, and remember their connection to the living world. Along the way, the children honor their ancestors, meet the Good People, and discover the sacred rhythms that shape all life.

Written as a story to be read aloud and shared, this book is meant for children, parents, grandparents, and anyone who feels called by myth, land, and seasonal wisdom. It is a gentle invitation into family storytelling, classroom exploration, homeschool circles, and quiet moments of wonder.

This is not only a tale, but an experience of remembering that we belong to the Earth, to each other, and to the stories that live beneath the surface of things.

Can you hear the call?

📚 Educational Companion Guide

For Families, Educators & Nature-Based Learners

Accompanying the story is a thoughtfully crafted Activity Guide, designed to support learning and exploration across both the Irish Primary Curriculum and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) framework:

• Language Development (Gaeilge / ELA): Bilingual storytelling enhances vocabulary, cultural literacy, and listening skills.

• Social & Emotional Learning (SPHE / SEL): Encourages mindfulness, identity exploration, and emotional wellbeing.

• Environmental & Cultural Studies (SESE / Social Studies & Science): Sparks curiosity about place, heritage, and ecological connection.

• Creative Expression (Arts Education / Fine Arts): Inspires poetry, visual art, drama, and storytelling rooted in nature and culture.

Whether read at home, in a classroom, or beneath a tree, The Art of Dreaming Barley is more than a story.  It’s a doorway back to the sacred language of the Earth.