Follow Josefina’s journey as one determined guinea pig searches across Spain for the loving family she has always wanted.
Kathy Andreozzi is a retired schoolteacher who spent 31 years teaching in schools and communities around the world. Her classroom experience inspired her to create meaningful stories that entertain, encourage, and connect with young readers everywhere.
Having lived in several states as well as in Spain, Kathy draws inspiration from her many life experiences. Her story about Josefina is based on a real guinea pig that was found in her yard while she was living in Spain.





Meet Josefina, a lovable guinea pig who leaves Pedro’s Pet Shop and explores the lively streets of Spain, hoping each new place will lead her to the permanent home she most dreams about.
With courage, humor, and bilingual dialogue, this adventure celebrates kindness, friendship, perseverance, and the happiness of belonging.
Melissa Carter
Parent
Josefina’s adventure kept my daughter smiling from beginning to end. The bilingual dialogue made reading together entertaining, meaningful, and wonderfully memorable for us both.
Olivia Bennett
Elementary Teacher
This charming story gently teaches children about courage, kindness, and belonging. My students especially enjoyed learning the Spanish phrases throughout Josefina’s exciting journey together.
Daniel Brooks
Father
My son immediately connected with Josefina and her search for a family. The colorful adventure opened thoughtful conversations about patience, friendship, and acceptance afterward.
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Follow Josefina’s heartfelt journey and learn how her search for a family can help children understand acceptance, kindness, hope, and belonging.
Learn how English and Spanish storytelling can encourage language development, cultural curiosity, confidence, and meaningful conversations between children and caring adults.
Josefina’s adventure offers families a gentle opportunity to discuss responsible pet care, animal feelings, patience, safety, and lasting family commitment.