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Cover of Dylan and Freddy Beyond the Crystal Cave, a picture book by Created by Garry Sloan
Picture bookAges 3–5English

Dylan and Freddy Beyond the Crystal Cave

by Created by Garry Sloan

Dylan is a walking fish with one wish: to hear the sunset bubbles with his friend Freddy. The flower cups at Bubble Hollow are already beginning to puff, but Dylan has a rule for getting there: step only in sunshine. When the wind shifts the bright patches, he and Freddy shuffle after the light and discover that even the path through a crystal cave can become part of their game.

Then afternoon slips away. A long shadow crosses the short route, and Dylan chooses a sunny way around the trees. The flowers are almost ready, but the path keeps stretching ahead—and Dylan’s legs cannot reach the next patch. With the bubbles waiting and the sunlight fading, can the friends find a way to reach the hollow together?

For preschoolers, this gentle adventure pairs playful sunshine-chasing with a warm moment of friendship. Read aloud to enjoy its lively sound effects, cozy setting, and the anticipation of bubbles at sunset.

Format
Paperback · 8.5 × 8.5 in · 32 pages · premium color · full bleed
Also as
Kindle eBook
Art style
Soft digital painting · 14 illustrations
Reader age
Ages 3–5
Language
English
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kdpbook · November 9, 2026
Garry Sloan

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The game begins with feet in sunshine.
“Wiggle-walk!” Dylan announced.
Their sunny path led into the cave.
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  • Picture book
  • Soft digital painting
  • Ages 3–5
  • 32 pages
  • Paperback 8.5 × 8.5 in
  • Color
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