Javi's Rio Grande Adventure: A Story About Courage, Kindness, & Life on the Rio Grande (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798274693318)

A Wild Journey of Courage and Friendship

Javi the javelina has always dreamed of exploring the Rio Grande beyond his desert home. When a challenge from his sister pushes him to prove his bravery, Javi sneaks away-and tumbles into an adventure he'll never forget.

From leech-filled mud and a grumpy porcupine to a daring escape from a mountain lion, Javi discovers the wild can be both dangerous and magical. Along the way, he meets a lost baby quail named Sprout, and together, they learn what it truly means to be brave-and how special it is to find your way back home.

Packed with heart, humor, and desert wildlife, this is an unforgettable tale for young explorers.

Finley wrote Javi's Rio Grande Adventure as a freshman in high school. She is a New Mexican teen who loves the outdoors-hiking, exploring, and paddle boarding along the Rio Grande. This story was inspired by her homeschool studies about life in the Rio Grande Valley and her love for discovering God's creation.