{"product_id":"jolies-great-backyard-dig-a-heartwarming-adventure-about-friendship-and-discovery-9798218875657","title":"Jolie's Great Backyard Dig: A Heartwarming Adventure About Friendship and Discovery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Jolie, \u003c\/strong\u003ea miniature dachshund with a nose for mystery and a heart full of curiosity. When someone digs holes all over her favorite backyard spot, this little detective sets out to solve the case. Following clues from the garden to the big oak tree, she discovers Nutkin, a young squirrel just trying to prepare for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis interactive storybook invites children to become little detectives alongside Jolie, blending storytelling with \u003cstrong\u003e12 playful activity pages\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eReaders will follow clues through mazes, spot patterns, count discoveries, search for hidden objects, and complete scavenger hunts.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEach colorful spread turns the mystery into a hands-on challenge, building problem-solving, observation, and early math skills in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for curious minds\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eages 3-8\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book teaches valuable lessons about understanding \u003cstrong\u003edifferent perspectives, working together, and how conflicts can become friendships with patience and kindness.\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on a real dachshund whose daily adventures inspire joy, this is\u003cstrong\u003e Book 1 in an ongoing series celebrating curiosity, friendship, and the magic\u003c\/strong\u003e found in everyday exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA portion of each sale supports animals in need, making every purchase a way to help animals while sharing in Jolie's adventures.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCalavas, Kristina:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - About the Author: This debut children's book springs directly from life with Jolie, a real miniature dachshund whose daily curiosity and joy inspired her human family to share her adventures with the world. Author Kristina began college as an English major before graduating with a journalism degree, always harboring a passion for writing but never quite knowing what story needed telling until Jolie arrived. A lifelong dog lover, Kristina believes deeply in giving back to the animals who bring us so much joy. A portion of every book sale goes directly to help animals in need, making each purchase a way for readers to join the mission of supporting animal welfare organizations. Living in downtown Durham, North Carolina, with her husband and their four-legged inspiration, Kristina has discovered that life with a dachshund means constant adventure. Whether it's dachshund meetups, travel planning that includes a small dog, or simply delighting in Jolie's boundless curiosity and love for exploring the world around her, each day brings new material for storytelling. When not writing or following Jolie around with a camera, Kristina stays active through daily workouts and hiking, travels to explore new cities and cuisines, and reads voraciously. The family's adventures, both big and small, often center around accommodating their travel-loving dachshund.\"Jolie's Great Backyard Dig\" is an interactive children's book launching what will be a series celebrating the wonder that comes from seeing the world through curious eyes. Readers can follow future adventures at joliespawsome.com and on social media @jolie_the_dachshund.","brand":"Kristina Calavas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52179681411346,"sku":"9798218875657","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b1c7c8be-7815-4b47-b701-1c00de8dfa4e.jpg?v=1775639146","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/jolies-great-backyard-dig-a-heartwarming-adventure-about-friendship-and-discovery-9798218875657","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}