Frequently Asked Questions

It's a funny, heartwarming children's picture book about a girl named Doodles who sneaks a Blue Smile lollipop before school pictures — and ends up with the most gloriously disastrous (and memorable) photo ever taken. It's a story about joy, silliness, and the moments families laugh about forever.

The book is perfect for readers ages 5–10, but honestly — grandparents love it just as much as the kids. It's designed to be read together, out loud. Please note: the lollipops included in the gift boxes are not suitable for children under 3 due to choking hazard. Always supervise young children with candy.

Yes! Every book ordered through our shop comes personally signed by author Cyndie Stefanik. Books purchased through Amazon are not signed.

The book is available on Amazon for $12.99. If you'd like a signed copy, order the Book Bundle or Experience Box directly from our shop.

Doodles' Picture Day Disaster is an 8×8 full-color paperback — sturdy, bright, and perfect for little hands.

The Experience Box ($44.99) includes a signed copy of Doodles' Picture Day Disaster, 6 Blue Smile lollipops, purple smile glasses, a 5×7 keepsake picture frame, a thank-you card, and beautiful gift packaging. Everything you need to read the story, eat the lollipops, put on the glasses, take a silly photo, and make a memory.

The Book Bundle ($32.99) includes a signed copy of Doodles' Picture Day Disaster, 6 Blue Smile lollipops, a thank-you card, and gift packaging. It's the perfect way to start the Blue Smile tradition.

Each order ships in a plain shipping box to protect everything inside — but what's inside is anything but plain. The gift box itself is beautifully curated and presentation-ready, so the moment your recipient opens the shipping box, they're met with something that already feels like a gift. If you'd like to add a bow or a little extra wrapping on the outside, it takes it to the next level — but it's absolutely not required.

The Blue Smile lollipops are a sweet blue raspberry flavor — and yes, they really do turn your tongue blue! That's the whole point. Read the book, eat the lollipop, take the photo. Important: lollipops are not suitable for children under 3. Always supervise young children with candy.

The Blue Smile lollipops are intended for children ages 3 and up. Lollipops are a choking hazard and are not appropriate for children under 3. Please always supervise young children while they enjoy their lollipop, and keep them out of reach of toddlers and infants. Safety first — then the silly photo.

Yes! We love classroom and group orders. Reach out to us through the contact page and we'll work with you on bulk quantities and any special requests.

Orders typically ship within 2–3 business days. Standard shipping takes 5–7 business days after that. Need it faster? Reach out through our contact page and we'll do our best to help.

Right now we ship within the United States. If you're outside the US and would love a Blue Smile box, send us a message — we'll see what we can do.

Yes! You'll receive a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number once your order is on its way.

We're so sorry if that happens. Please reach out through our contact page with a photo of the damage and we'll make it right — no questions asked.

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The Blue Smile Club is our community of families, grandparents, and kids who believe in the power of silly, joyful moments together. When you join, you'll get updates, stories, and a little extra Blue Smile magic in your inbox.

Cyndie is the author of Doodles' Picture Day Disaster and the heart behind Meet Doodles. She created the Blue Smile Experience to help families — especially grandparents and grandkids — slow down, laugh together, and make memories that last. You can read more about her on the About page.

Because a blue tongue is the world's best icebreaker. Cyndie wanted something silly and tangible that kids and grandparents could share in the moment — something that turns a regular Tuesday into a story they'll tell for years.