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Author - Dream Big Journals Curriculum

Published 2023-2025 · Sole author: Michele Okimura

You never outgrow the God-given capacity to dream. Whether a young child is taking their first steps toward understanding their purpose or a senior is stepping into a vibrant legacy season, the Dream Big Journal Series meets every heart right where it is.

Designed as a tailored, age-appropriate curriculum, these journals walk readers through interactive activities that draw out the rich treasure hidden within. By helping you discover and uncover the unique seeds planted in your heart, this series empowers you to live out those dreams and release them to make an extraordinary difference in the world around you.

Piloted with fourth-grade students at Kamehameha Schools, Hawaiʻi.

Available in four age brackets

Preschool, Younger Elementary (grades 1-2), Older Elementary (grades 3-5), Youth & Adults (“Keys to Unlock Your Dreams”). Every bracket comes in a Faith version and a Non-Faith version. The Non-Faith version is the one that goes into public school classrooms and secular leadership rooms.

Why the Dream Big Series Changes Everything

  • Uncover Your Inner Treasure: Guided prompts and reflective exercises draw out the hidden gifts, ideas, and passions waiting to be released.

  • For Young Hearts (Preschool to Youth): Many adult callings begin as seeds planted in childhood. These journals give parents and educators a front-row seat into what is alive inside a young heart, providing the language needed to nurture those dreams before the world tries to quiet them.

  • For Next-Gen Leaders (Young Adults): Navigate critical life transitions, overcome self-doubt, and anchor personal ambitions in purposeful action.

  • For Seasoned Visionaries (Middle Age to Seniors): It is never too late for a new beginning. Seniors in their twilight years use these journals to reignite passion, discover fresh purpose, and pass down a legacy of faith and joy.

In a world that continually tempts us to shrink our vision, the Dream Big series invites you, and those you love, to expand it.

Tailored for Every Stage of Life

  • Preschool & Elementary: Interactive prompts to ignite wonder, curiosity, and divine identity.

  • Youth & Young Adults: Focused guidance to discover passion, overcome fear, and set purposeful goals.

  • Middle Age & Seniors: Deep reflection tools to recalibrate vision, embrace new chapters, and leave a lasting impact.

Voices from the classroom

“I dream bigger. It helped change my fixed mindset, and now I can be more creative and grow my confidence.”
Fourth-grade student
“It helped me to grow and find myself and my interests by reflecting on the past and planning for the future.”
Fourth-grade student
“The teacher guide was gold. Love the extensions.”
Teacher
“The Dream Big Journal booklet provided an excellent resource to allow our Leadership Team to revisit our ‘dreams and aspirations’ in a safe and nurturing environment through the guidance and support of Michele Okimura.”
Gerald Teramae, Head of School, Island Pacific Academy

Available at micheleokimura.com/store

Every edition

Four age brackets, each with a companion teacher guide. Every one ships in a faith and a non-faith version.

The four journal editions

  • Dream Big Journal, Preschool
    Preschool
  • Dream Big Journal, Younger Elementary, grades 1-2
    Younger Elementary, grades 1-2
  • Dream Big Journal, Older Elementary, grades 3-5
    Older Elementary, grades 3-5
  • Dream Big Journal, Youth & Adults, “Keys to Unlock Your Dreams”
    Youth & Adults, “Keys to Unlock Your Dreams”

Companion teacher guides

  • Dream Big Teacher Guide, Preschool
    Preschool
  • Dream Big Teacher Guide, Younger Elementary, grades 1-2
    Younger Elementary, grades 1-2
  • Dream Big Teacher Guide, Older Elementary, grades 3-5
    Older Elementary, grades 3-5
  • Dream Big Teacher Guide, Youth & Adults, “Keys to Unlock Your Dreams”
    Youth & Adults, “Keys to Unlock Your Dreams”