{"product_id":"san-diego-hustle-gregory-lilien-9798267043274","title":"San Diego Hustle: From Paws to Paychecks: A Kid's Pet Photography Business Adventure (Children's Chapter Book on Friendship, Creativity, and Entrepren","description":"\u003cp\u003eMila loves animals, cameras, and capturing the perfect moment. When a chance photo of a shelter dog goes viral, she realizes she might have stumbled onto more than just a hobby. With her best friend Ruby at her side, Mila starts her own \u003cb\u003epet photography business\u003c\/b\u003e-snapping portraits of dogs, cats, and every wagging tail in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut turning photos into paychecks isn't as easy as it looks. Mila has to figure out how to balance friendship, customers, and creativity while learning the ins and outs of running a small business. From messy first photo shoots to big community events, she discovers that entrepreneurship means more than making money-it means telling stories, building confidence, and giving others a chance to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet against the backdrop of sunny San Diego-with its beaches, Balboa Park, and bustling neighborhoods-this inspiring story blends humor, heart, and real-world lessons into one unforgettable hustle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhy Kids (and Parents) Love \u003ci\u003eSan Diego Hustle\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelatable hero\u003c\/b\u003e: Mila is creative, nervous, and determined-just like real kids who dream big.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-friendly fun\u003c\/b\u003e: Dogs, cats, and furry personalities keep the story lively and appealing for animal lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEntrepreneurship for kids\u003c\/b\u003e: Teaches the basics of customer service, teamwork, and turning passion into profit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinancial literacy for kids ages 9-12\u003c\/b\u003e: Introduces ideas like saving, pricing, and value without being heavy-handed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSan Diego flavor\u003c\/b\u003e: Local landmarks and neighborhoods bring the city to life and root the story in a real place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of the Hustle Series \u0026amp; Young Founder Series\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSan Diego Hustle\u003c\/i\u003e is part of the \u003cb\u003eHustle Series\u003c\/b\u003e, a collection of fun, fast-paced chapter books where kids across the U.S. turn small ideas into big adventures. Each title explores a real business idea from the bestselling guide \u003ci\u003e101 Business Ideas for Kids\u003c\/i\u003e-from car washes in Detroit to sneaker design in Brooklyn, gardens in Atlanta to pet photography in San Diego.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTogether, these books form part of the larger \u003cb\u003eYoung Founder Series\u003c\/b\u003e, created to spark entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, and resilience in kids everywhere. Whether read independently, used in classrooms, or included in homeschool programs, the series helps kids see themselves as capable, confident, and full of potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for readers who enjoy: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntrepreneurship books for kids 9-12\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBusiness and money books for middle grade readers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePet and animal chapter books\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and creativity stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic fiction for ages 9-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrom Paws to Paychecks\u003c\/i\u003e isn't just a tagline-it's Mila's journey of turning passion into purpose. 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