Ferdinand: the fish who feared bubbles

Meet ferdinand, a finicky little fish with an unusual problem

Ferdinand is a lovable fish with a loathsome problem: he is afraid of bubbles! Though they don’t understand his irrational fear, his friends show their love by rallying around him. Together they try and create a solution to help Ferdinand conquer his fear so he can join in the fun like everyone else.

But when a sudden emergency puts his friend Seahorse in great danger, Ferdinand must act quickly. Though this big-hearted blowfish wants to save his friend, there’s only one problem standing in the way: bubbles!

real writing…but for the wiggly ones.

This classic children’s book is a giggle-filled bonding experience that actually speaks to a very profound reality: the struggle that arises when a fear is crippling to us, yet seems odd to the outsider. This tale warmly portrays the lengths good friends go to to help a comrade work through a not-so-typical problem, despite them having a hard time understanding. The character Ferdinand was designed particularly with the neurodivergent individual in mind, showing the magnitude of inclusion in loving those whose differences we may not always understand.

Ferdinand: the perfect gift for the wiggly ones in your life

Ferdinand: The Fish Who Feared Bubbles
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Meet Ferdinand—a funny little fish with an unusual fear.

Ferdinand is a lovable fish with a loathsome problem: he is afraid of bubbles! Though they don’t understand his irrational fear, his friends show their love by rallying around him. Together they test their wild ideas to help Ferdinand conquer his fear so he can join in the fun with everyone else. And one by one each solution flops.

But when a sudden emergency puts his friend Seahorse in great danger, Ferdinand must act quickly. Though this big-hearted blowfish wants to save his friend, there’s one massive problem standing in the way: BUBBLES! What’s a pufferfish to do? Dive into Ferdinand’s story to find out!

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1.) Parent/Educator Connection Pack (digitally)

2.) Your book copy will be autographed

3.) Kids Activity Pack (digitally)

Connection pack and Kids Activity Pack sent via pdf download (should come to your email about an hour after you complete purchase!).

TESTIMONIALS

“Ferdinand is a delightful laugh out loud read-aloud! Little ones will fall in love with this funny little fish as he learns to face his biggest fear when it matters most.”

-Maddie Carter, CCC-SLP

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Published by: Fruitful Family Press

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Written by: Macy Bassler

Illustrated by: Rosina Spivak

ISBN: 979-8-9821095-2-1

Format: Paperback

Pages: 32

Retail: $11.99 USD

Ages: 3-6;

Reading Level: Grades P-2

Availability: thefruitfulfamily.org, Amazon.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Macy is a pediatric physical therapist, certified breastfeeding specialist, and homeschooling mom of four. As such, she understands the importance of bonding over a good story, and how that connection is foundational for sparking a love of literature and learning. She began her writing career making up bedtime stories for her own wiggly ones, who have inspired her captivating tales.

Macy is also host of the Prayers for Parents podcast and creates other parenting resources on Instagram to help parents raise kids who flourish in faith, character, and wonder.

Meet the author

Dr. Macy Bassler

Macy is a pediatric physical therapist, certified breastfeeding specialist, and mother of four. She began her writing career in the trenches of motherhood—telling stories off the cuff to her little ones as she’d try to get them to sit still and fall asleep at bedtime. In seeing her children’s delight in these stories, she began putting them to paper and refining her craft so she can build a legacy for her family.

“I wrote Ferdinand for my wild little four year-old boy. Truthfully, he’s more into jumping off of things than reading books. This work started as a bedtime story pulled from thin air to calm him down, and ended with the loudest giggles I’d ever heard.

There is gas humor. The word count is low. But it reels these little rambunctious ones in. And we all have to start somewhere. Because a story is more than just a lesson or an escape, but it’s also the bonding experience you have reading it with the child.

I hope this book plants the seed in your little one’s heart that will grow into a love of story. ”
— Macy

  • "Ferdinand is a delightful laugh out loud read-aloud! Little ones will fall in love with this funny little fish as he learns to face his biggest fear when it matters most."

    -Maddie Carter, CCC-SLP

  • "What I love most is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, revisit lessons, and keep learning whenever it works for me."

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  • "The mix of video, written content, and downloadable resources makes everything feel accessible and well-rounded."

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  • Size: 8.5 × 8.5 inches

    Format: Paperback

    ISBN: 979-8-9821095-2-1

    Page count: 32 pages

    Author: Macy Bassler

    Audience: Ages 3-6

    Fiction

    Fruitful Family Press

  • This book is a good fit for you if you’re a fan of the following titles:

    I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen

    Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson

    Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems

  • Orders ship within 1-3 business days. They are shipped via USPS media mail (approx. 2-8 business days) unless prior arrangements are made via our contact form.

    For shipping outside of continental US, please order from Amazon.

Your Questions, Answered

  • If you are unhappy with your product, you may return it for a refund. Buyer pays for return shipping.

  • We do not offer hardback at this time, but if you desire this format, let us know! Especially for large groups/bulk orders it may be feasible for us to run a print of hardback books if there is a strong demand.

  • While all of our content at The Fruitful Family is written from a biblical worldview, this title does not overtly discuss Christian concepts. You’ll find nothing contradicting the Bible, yet the themes are accessible for both those who identify with the Christian faith and those who do not (themes include friendship, fear, neurodiversity, and courage).

  • Orders of 10 or more books are eligible for a bulk discount! Send us an email to macy@thefruitfulfamily.org and we will assist you with your order.