The Deepest Dig by Smith, Mark David

Inspired by a true story A tenacious kid digs deep and makes important discoveries
After a heavy rain exposes a bit of something in his backyard, Caden resolves to dig the treasure up and find out exactly what it is. He tries to enlist the help of his parents and teacher, who are dismissive and disbelieving--but that doesn't deter Caden from his goal.
Caden's next-door neighbor, Martha, is the only adult who encourages him to keep digging. Working together, they unearth Caden's discovery: the giant bones of a prehistoric woolly mammoth After comically misassembling the massive skeleton, Caden attracts everyone's attention with his discovery--and finds another treasure in bringing his family together.
Rich yet simple illustrations accompany this funny, kid-empowering story that celebrates scientific inquiry and discovery.

Author: Mark David Smith
Publisher: Owlkids
Published: 08/15/2021
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 10.40h x 8.00w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781771474191
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2021
School Library Journal 10/01/2021 pg. 77