Matt Phelan

Get ready to explore the great outdoors with the biggest, shaggiest, most rumbly-bumbly friend in the forest! All year long, this boulder-big bear wanders through his beautiful woodland home, facing whatever nature throws his way. Whether he is dodging scolding squirrels, dealing with surprising bee stings, splashing through freezing rivers, or untangling himself from prickly bushes, he always keeps a big smile on his face and a happy spring in his step. But there is just one thing this brave bear absolutely cannot stand, and he knows exactly how to handle it when winter arrives! Follow along through spring, summer, fall, and winter in this delightful, funny story. You will love watching this charming, resourceful bear navigate the changing seasons in his wild and wonderful world.

Little brothers can be incredibly frustrating. Flora is having a terrible time dealing with her pesky younger brother Crispin when a massive, swirling wind suddenly sweeps them both up into the sky. As you tumble through the clouds on this spectacular airborne journey, Flora is presented with the opportunity of a lifetime. A dragonfly, a cloud, a soaring eagle, and even the Man in the Moon offer to take Crispin off her hands forever. You will help Flora weigh her options as she considers trading away her annoying sibling. But when it really comes down to it, is she actually willing to leave him behind? Experience a breathtaking, twisting adventure filled with whimsical creatures, soaring heights, and the complicated but unbreakable bond between a brother and sister.

Get ready for the wildest celebration at the zoo with Xander, the only panda in the entire park. Since he is the only one of his kind, Xander decides to throw a massive party and invite all the other bears to join the fun. But when Koala protests that she cannot attend because she is actually a marsupial and not a bear at all, everything changes. You will watch Xander rethink his entire guest list as "calling all bears" quickly evolves into "calling all creatures!" This endearing, laugh-out-loud story beautifully introduces you to the fascinating world of animal families and science taxonomy without ever feeling like a lesson. Accompanied by charming, expressive watercolor paintings, you will want to join this unforgettable whoop-de-do of a celebration. Dive into this perfect read-aloud and discover how making room for everyone turns a simple gathering into the greatest party of the year.

Getting sent to the principal's office is usually a nightmare, but what if it was actually the start of an amazing adventure? Prepare to laugh until your stomach hurts with this wildly funny collection of short comic stories all about the most dreaded word in school: detention. You might think sitting in a quiet room is boring, but these incredible graphic novel creators prove otherwise. You will encounter disrespectful Greek gods, terrifying antimatter ooze, bioengineered rats running wild, and even a school hallway filled with stampeding bulls. Each story takes a normal, frustrating school experience and turns it into something completely ridiculous and exciting. This hilarious anthology brings together some of the best graphic novelists to show you that even the worst parts of the school day can be filled with action and surprises. You will fly through these fast paced, highly imaginative tales, discovering that a little bit of trouble can sometimes lead to a whole lot of fun.