REM World facts for kids

REM World is an exciting fantasy and science fiction novel written by Rodman Philbrick. It tells the story of a boy who wants to lose weight. He orders a special device to help him. But when he uses it, he enters a magical world. In this world, he doesn't just lose weight; he also goes on the biggest adventure of his life!

Rodman Philbrick is also known for other popular books like Freak the Mighty, Max the Mighty, and The Last Book in the Universe. The title REM World comes from a special part of sleep called Rapid Eye Movement (REM). This is the stage of sleep where most of our dreams happen.

The Story of Arthur's Adventure

Arthur Woodbury is a young boy who is very unhappy about his weight. Other kids sometimes call him "Biscuit Butt," which makes him feel sad. Arthur is also dealing with a lot of sadness because his father passed away. Even though he lives with his mom and grandma, he feels very down.

To try and solve his problem, Arthur orders a special device. This device is supposed to help him lose weight while he sleeps. He reads the first part of the instructions and then falls asleep. That's when he enters a strange new place called REM World.

Exploring REM World

When Arthur first wakes up in REM World, he feels tricked. He thinks the device didn't work, so he throws it away. But then he meets a friendly guide named Morf. Morf is a small, furry creature who can change its shape into different things.

Morf helps Arthur understand that he needs to find the device again. If he doesn't, a terrible darkness will swallow up the entire REM World. So, Arthur begins a big quest to find his device and save this new world.

Arthur's Amazing Journey

During his adventure, Arthur meets many unusual characters and creatures. He encounters friendly frog people, giant beings, and people who live among the clouds. He also faces dangerous challenges, like scary killer birds and an evil demon.

As Arthur travels through REM World, he learns important lessons. He realizes that even though he lost his father, his life should not stop. He also discovers how powerful and important imagination can be.

Arthur's Return Home

Finally, Arthur finds the device. After his incredible journey and all the lessons he learned, he returns home. He discovers that he has lost a lot of weight! More importantly, he has gained confidence and courage. From that day on, people no longer call him "Biscuit Butt." Instead, they call him "Courage," because of the brave adventure he had.