? Winner of the Golden Wizard Book Prize, September 2025

Does your child struggle to stay focused or finish what they start? Do they give up quickly when things get tough -- before they've had a chance to enjoy the rewards of their effort?

In a world where instant gratification often takes over, Sandra the Beardie helps kids discover that working hard for something they love is not only worth it, but also empowering.

Meet Archie, a boy with a deep love for dinosaurs, a big imagination, and an even bigger dream. When he finds out dinosaurs are extinct, his dream pet feels impossible... until he discovers a real-life reptile that changes everything -- a bearded dragon.

With support from his family and a handful of simple tools, Archie turns an impossible dream into reality. Along the way, he discovers the joy of pushing past difficulties to achieve something amazing.

For ages 6 to 10, this uplifting picture book gently introduces evidence-based strategies that support focus, motivation, and perseverance, such as:

• ? Breaking big goals into smaller, manageable steps

• ? Using visual reminders to stay on track

• ? Creating structured routines

• ? Making simple checklists to build independence

• ? Engaging in hands-on learning to deepen understanding

Based on a real story and written by the mother of a neurodivergent child who has used these same therapist-approved strategies with lasting success, this book is a valuable resource for both homes and classrooms.

What to love about this book:

• ? A fantastic, thought-provoking tool for sparking conversations about responsibility, empathy, and problem-solving

• ? A fun, laugh-filled adventure with a relatable hero kids will root for

• ? Cute, vivid illustrations that bring warmth and charm to every page

• ? A unique reptile pet (bearded dragon) that captures their imagination

• ? Helps kids build motivation, responsibility, and follow-through without feeling like a lesson

• ? Practical tools and strategies readers can use and see results from right away

• ? Inspires growth mindset, confidence, and emotional resilience

• ? Supports both neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD) and neurotypical children in developing social-emotional and organizational skills

Join Archie on his heartwarming journey as he turns dreams into action and challenges into growth.

? Are you ready to chase your dreams?
Because every challenge is a chance to grow.

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• Publication Date: February 26, 2025
• Text-to-Speech: Disabled
• Lending: Disabled
• Print Length: 32 Pages
• File Size: 91 KB