An unlikely friendship. A fierce desert drought. A grand adventure of pure courage.
Can an energetic puppy and a stationary plant stand up to a menacing predator?
It is spring in the Borrego Springs desert, and the rare Super Bloom has painted the sands in a rainbow of brilliant colors. But beneath the floral beauty, danger is brewing. The earth is cracked, water is scarce, and survival is a challenge.
Enter Pup: a highly energetic, playful coyote pup with gentle amber eyes is still learning how to navigate the wild on his own. Enter Cacty: a smart, observant barrel cactus with bright blue eyes who has spent her entire life rooted in one spot, dreaming of a refreshing drink.
When these two very different creatures strike up an unexpected friendship, they dig up a daring plan to borrow a shiny blue bucket from a nearby human campsite and bring home life-saving, healing water. Joined by J.R., a swift, bouncy black-tailed jackrabbit, the team seems unstoppable. But their mission takes a dangerous, unexpected turn when a giant, bullying desert condor swoops down from the sky, determined to steal their precious resource.
Bursting with fascinating desert facts, educational discussion questions and heart-pounding action, Pup and Cacty: Healing Waters is a heartwarming tale for ages 7-10. It is a story that proves true strength doesn't come from your size at all, it comes from the power of friendship, kindness, and learning to believe in yourself.
