The American Dream is the belief that anyone, regardless of where they were born or what class they were born into, can attain their own version of success in a society where upward mobility is possible for everyone. The American Dream is achieved through sacrifice, risk-taking, and hard work, rather than by chance.
Treasure in the first usage means precious gems like gold or silver . In its second use, it means to value something.
Hope this helps. We could help more if I had the poem for sure posted here but this is the meaning from the poem I think you are talking about.
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Are you asking if there is a mistake in how it's stated? and if it's an opinion i agree one can't just the kid need's to remember to be moderate.