A Thoughtful Story About Courage, Curiosity, and a Boy’s Yorkie Dog
Discover Gideon and Milo and the Great Shadow, a gentle children’s picture book about facing the unknown with curiosity, confidence, and the help of a brave Yorkshire Terrier named Milo.
More Than Just a Story
Confidence
Helps children build confidence in uncertain moments.
Curiosity
Encourages children to respond with curiosity instead of fear.
Read-Aloud Ready
Designed for meaningful read-aloud time at home or in the classroom.
Dog Lovers Welcome
Perfect for children who love dogs, especially Yorkies and Yorkshire Terriers.
Meet Gideon and Milo
Gideon likes to think things through. Milo, his small but brave Yorkshire Terrier, a Yorkie, likes to sniff things out.
Together, this boy-and-dog duo explores the unknown one step at a time — with patience, curiosity, and quiet courage.
Get the Free Gideon & Milo Activity Pack
Bring the story to life with printable activities, coloring pages, and confidence-building prompts for young readers.
The Beginning of the Gideon & Milo Adventures
Gideon & Milo Adventures is a growing children’s series designed to help young readers explore emotions, navigate uncertainty, and build confidence through meaningful storytelling.
- Book 1: Gideon and Milo and the Great Shadow — available now
- Book 2: Milo the Sniffing Detective — coming soon
Ideal for classrooms, school libraries, read-aloud programs, and families looking for thoughtful children’s books about courage, curiosity, and a boy’s bond with his Yorkie dog.
Gideon and Milo and the Great Shadow
A gentle children’s picture book about courage, curiosity, and the bond between a boy and his Yorkie dog.
- Author: Lester C. Lacey
- Format: Paperback
- Length: 32 pages
- Ages: 6 –15
- Category: Children’s Fiction / Animals / Dogs
- Themes: Courage, Curiosity, Emotional Growth, Friendship
Created by Julian Publishing
Julian Publishing creates thoughtful, high-quality children’s books designed for families, classrooms, and long-term storytelling.
Lester C. Lacey
Lester C. Lacey creates thoughtful children’s stories focused on courage, curiosity, and emotional growth. Through the Gideon & Milo series, he aims to provide meaningful reading experiences for families, classrooms, and young readers.
Awards & Honors
Information about awards and recognitions will be updated here as the Gideon & Milo series grows.