When a tornado tears its way through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog Toto are sent flying into a faraway land called Oz. With no known way of returning home, Dorothy’s only hope is to make the daunting journey to see the great and powerful wizard of Oz. Along the way, she meets interesting friends (and foes), some of which join Dorothy on her quest. This classic children’s story has been designed and illustrated by Dana Li as part of a social venture project to raise money for literacy charities.

Proceeds from the sale of this book help fund the donation of our specially designed children’s books to barbershops in at-risk communities nationwide. DERT’s social mission is to ensure that all children identify as readers by having access to books and being read to on a regular basis. Reading together is vital for all children through their preschool years and beyond. DERT publishes a unique line of books and learning tools designed to engage families in reading through all stages of life.