Characters

• Caleb — toddler boy: A curious 3-year-old boy with light fair skin, big round hazel eyes, short tousled sandy-brown hair with a slight cowlick, rosy cheeks. Wearing a signature red explorer vest with gold buttons over a yellow-and-white striped t-shirt, green cargo shorts, white socks, and little brown lace-up boots. Always carries a tiny blue backpack with a star keychain.
• Lily — young girl: A confident 5-year-old girl with light fair skin matching Caleb, long wavy sandy-brown hair often in two braids with pink ribbons, bright hazel eyes like her brother, a small beauty mark on her left cheek. Wearing a coral-pink t-shirt with a sunflower print, denim overalls with a daisy patch on the pocket, and yellow rain boots.
• Jack — father: A tall, athletic father with light fair skin, short neat sandy-brown hair like his children, warm hazel eyes, light stubble on his jaw, and a friendly wide smile. Wearing a navy-blue plaid flannel shirt with rolled-up sleeves, khaki pants, brown leather belt, and rugged canvas sneakers. Has a pencil tucked behind his right ear.
• Bubbles — golden retriever puppy: A round, fluffy golden retriever puppy with soft golden-cream fur, big soulful dark brown eyes, a shiny black nose, floppy velvety ears, a spotted pink tongue that always sticks out, and a constantly wagging tail. Wearing a teal bandana with white paw prints tied around his neck.

Full Story

Scene 1: It was a sunny Saturday morning, and Caleb was ready for adventure! 'Let’s find treasure!' he shouted.

Scene 2: Lily joined him with a big grin. 'I have a treasure map!' she said, waving a piece of paper.

Scene 3: First clue: ‘Where flowers bloom, look below!’ shouted Lily. They began digging in the flower bed.

Scene 4: Bubbles the puppy wagged his tail. He wanted to help! But he dug up a muddy boot instead.

Scene 5: ‘No treasure here!’ giggled Caleb. 'Let’s check under the swings!'

Scene 6: Bubbles dug again and found a rubber duck! ‘Not quite treasure,’ laughed Lily.

Scene 7: ‘Let’s look behind the shed!’ said Caleb. They rushed over, excited for the next clue.

Scene 8: Bubbles dug again and found a sock! ‘Oops, not treasure!’ said Caleb, giggling.

Scene 9: They were starting to feel tired but didn’t give up! 'Let’s check the last clue!' called Lily.

Scene 10: They rushed to the picnic table. ‘The treasure must be here!’ shouted Caleb.

Scene 11: They opened the chest and found a box of delicious cookies! ‘Yummy treasure!’ cheered Lily.

Scene 12: Dad came out with milk. 'You found the treasure together!' he smiled. They shared cookies and laughter!