Meet the Family
These are the real people behind the books — grandparents, grandchildren, and the backyard where it all began.
Tom Valdez
Grandpa
Storyteller, backyard explorer, and the voice behind every adventure in the series.
Grandma
Grandma
Keeps the home fires warm and cheers on every new book and backyard discovery.
Sophia
Granddaughter
Featured in Book 1 — curious, gentle, and always ready to notice something wonderful.
Levi
Grandson
Featured in Book 1 — full of questions, energy, and delight in the outdoors.
Jasmine
Family
Part of the growing crew who inspire new stories as the series expands.
Caleb
Grandson
Joins the adventure in his own time — another grandchild whose stories are still unfolding.