{"product_id":"ellas-ear-explorations-9781966607274","title":"Ella's Ear Explorations","description":"\u003cp\u003eLittle Med Minds is a picture book series designed to empower kids through fun, fact-filled stories about health and the human body. Each adventure transforms medical experiences into playful learning moments, helping kids feel curious, brave, and in control of their own care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Ella's Ear Explorations, meet Ella, a bright and bubbly girl whose frequent ear infections and muffled hearing take her on a journey to the doctor's office. Kids follow along as she learns about ear tubes, hearing tests, and how a small procedure can bring big relief. With compassion and clarity, Ella shows young readers that facing health challenges can be a brave and joyful adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eYalovitser, Josephine:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Josephine Yalovitser grew up in Westchester, New York, immersed in Russian culture as the child of immigrants. She discovered her love of the arts early on, with piano and singing at age four. Her work and original compositions have earned national and international recognition, with performances at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. She went on to study psychology and anthropology at Dartmouth College and will complete her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 2026. Passionate about the intersection of medicine and the arts, Josephine strives to bring creativity, empathy, and a holistic perspective to patient care. Whether through music, medicine, or storytelling, she is committed to healing that honors the full human experience.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKruglik, Christopher:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Born in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1997, Christopher Kruglik grew up in the small town of Northford, Connecticut, with his mother and father, his two sisters, and his two brothers. He went on to receive his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry at the University of Vermont, as well as his Master of Medical Sciences and Master of Public Health. As of 2025, Christopher is currently enrolled in his last year of medical school at the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Christopher's clinical interests lie within the sector of the public health realm, pediatrics, and surgery. He is excited to be able to share the Little Med Minds book series with his co-author and illustrator to help make children more comfortable and prepared when seeing their physician or getting ready for a surgical procedure.","brand":"Onion River Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51615531893010,"sku":"9781966607274","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_39a07e6d-74fb-41c1-bf6b-0dc6518d7339.jpg?v=1758101553","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ellas-ear-explorations-9781966607274","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}