Sandra the Beardie: a Boy’s Journey to the Pet of His Dreams

Does your child struggle to stay focused or finish what they start?Sandra the Beardie: A Boy’s Journey to the Pet of His Dreams helps kids build motivation, responsibility, and follow-through—without feeling like a lesson.Change dreams into action and challenges into growth!Meet Archie: a boy with a deep love for dinosaurs, a big imagination, and an even bigger dream. When he learns that dinosaurs are extinct, his pet dream seems impossible… until he discovers a real-life reptile that changes everything—a Bearded Dragon.With support from his family and a handful of practical tools, Archie turns an impossible dream into reality—and discovers the joy of working hard for something he loves.For ages 6 to 10, Sandra the Beardie incorporates simple yet effective evidence-based strategies that support focus, motivation, organization, and perseverance such as:✅ Breaking big goals into smaller, manageable steps.✅ Using visual reminders to stay on track.✅ Creating structured schedules and routines.✅ Making simple lists to boost organization skills.✅ Engaging in hands-on learning for deeper understanding.While especially helpful for neurodiverse children (ADHD, ASD), these strategies also empower neurotypical kids—and even adults—to build confidence, resilience, and a lifelong growth mindset.Why Kids Will Love It• A fun, laugh-filled adventure with a relatable hero: Archie is a lovable, determined boy kids will root for—and want to be like.• Cute, vivid illustrations bring warmth and charm to every page.• A unique reptile pet (Bearded Dragon!) to capture their imagination.Why Parents and Teachers Will Love It• Practical tools and strategies readers can use—and see results— right away.• Inspires growth mindset, confidence, and emotional resilience.• A fantastic, thought-provoking tool for sparking conversations about responsibility, empathy, and problem-solving.• Supports both neurodiverse and neurotypical children in developing social-emotional and organizational skills.Join Archie on his heartwarming journey — filled with laughs, challenges, and a scaly new friend.Are you ready to chase your dreams?Because every challenge is a chance to grow!