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Crackleberry The Distraction of the Hollow Home: A Tale of Avoidance, and Balance
Paperback
Series: Baba Yaga's Wisdom
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Aug 12 2025
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.15 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
CrackleBerry: The Distraction of the Hollow Home
When fun becomes all we want, what gets forgotten?
In the warm hearth of Baba Yaga's Cabin, the Domovoi-tiny spirits of feelings, hearth, and heart- thrive when they are cared for.
But when Gretka and Ivashko meet CrackleBerry, a playful new friend who offers endless games, laughter, and distraction, they stop noticing the small things that matter.
Their feelings go untended.
Their responsibilities fade.
Even the once-cheerful Domovoi begin to grow restless.
What begins as harmless fun slowly becomes something else.
CrackleBerry: The Distraction of the Hollow Home is a beautifully illustrated story about balance, emotional awareness, and the importance of not letting distraction take over.
Perfect for families navigating conversations about:
- screen time and digital balance
- distraction and self-control
- emotional awareness
- healthy habits
- play versus avoidance
- self-regulation and responsibility
Ideal for:
- children ages 6-14
- parents concerned about excessive screen time or overstimulation
- therapists, educators, and SEL classrooms
- readers who love magical folklore with meaningful life lessons
Rooted in the enchanted world of Baba Yaga's Cabin, this gentle allegorical tale reminds children that fun is wonderful-but only when it doesn't pull us away from ourselves.
Because even joy needs balance.
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