The Adventures of Penguin and Panda: Fun and Games!: A Graphic Novel Vol.2

The Adventures of Penguin and Panda: Fun and Games!: A Graphic Novel Vol.2

Brenda Maier, Fanni Mézes (Illustrator)
$9.99
Publish Date:
Publisher:
Marble Press
ISBN:
9781958325070
Pages:
72
Age Range:
6 - 9
Grade Range:
1 - 4
Language:
English
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Description

Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List (2024) - Easy Readers, American Library Association

"Charming Graphic Novels for Transitioning from Picture Books to Chapter Books"—five stars —YA Bookcentral

  • Each book contains four short stories, and some STEM-related fun facts. This format allows young readers to easily digest the content and provides natural stopping points for reading sessions.

  • The stories convey positive messages about imagination, creativity, friendship, acceptance, and the value of being true to oneself.

  • The language used in the series is accessible and appropriate for early readers, making it a great choice for children who are developing their reading skills.

    In the tradition of Narwhal and Jelly, here is a playful and humorous graphic novel series about two besties who could not be more different from each other.

We know what you're thinking: Penguin and Panda should not be friends! The very idea is absurd! Penguin feels all the feels able to be felt, while Panda is low-key cool. Penguin loves surprises and being scared while Panda prefers a good nap. Penguin always follows directions; Panda plays things by ear. Yet these two yin and yang besties love experiencing the world through each other's eyes with abundant humor and a generosity of spirit.

Fanni Mezes’ charming illustrations, filled with expressive characters immediately draw the readers to dive into Penguin and Panda’s playful world.


About the Author

Brenda Maier is a children’s author, gifted education specialist, and mother of five not-so-little offspring who now range from high school to grad school. As a child, Brenda never thought she could attend college; because of that, she loves sharing the story of how she made her own dreams of being a teacher and author come true.

Brenda currently teaches at a public school and is a board member of OAGCT, the Oklahoma affiliate of the National Association for Gifted Children. Among her books are the picture book folktale retellings THE LITTLE RED FORT, THE LITTLE BLUE BRIDGE, and THE LITTLE GREEN SWING and the early graphic chapter book series THE ADVENTURES OF PENGUIN AND PANDA. She lives in Northeast Oklahoma with her family and enjoys visiting classrooms around the country to share her passion for reading, writing, and goal-setting. Her hobbies include tricking kids into thinking for themselves, reading way past her bedtime, and dragging her husband and kids to places they’ve never been, whether they want to go or not.
Chasing for Unicorns is her fifth Penguin and Panda Adventure, following Surprise!, Fun & Games, Winterfest and In the Dark.


Fanni Mézes is an artist living in Budapest, Hungary. After graduating university as a product design engineer, she pivoted to art school and set out to illustrate books for young readers. Fanni and her husband are the parents of one daughter; they all enjoy reading and watching cartoons together. Find her at fannimezes.com

Praise for The Adventures of Penguin and Panda: Fun and Games!: A Graphic Novel Vol.2

2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List - Easy Readers

“…Mézes’s illustrations have a pleasant, hand-drawn quality with lovely, somewhat muted colors and the characters feel like they are bursting from the panels—and in some cases, they are…a

solid purchase—School Library Journalfor collections where elementary-age graphic novels are popular.”

"Charming Graphic Novels for Transitioning from Picture Books to Chapter Books.Penguin and Panda demonstrate kindness, understanding, and support for each other, showcasing the positive aspects of companionship. The books are infused with humor, often through Penguin’s whimsical outlook on life and Panda’s more pragmatic responses.

—YA BookcentralEach book is composed form multiple short stories and STEM-related fun facts. The graphic novel format makes the series accessible to a wide range of readers, including those who may be transitioning from picture books to chapter books.”

Odd-couple Escapade

Publishers Weekly“A can-do panda and a laze-about penguin are inexplicably best buds in this odd-couple escapade series launch.” —– Early Reader Spotlight

Healthy Relationship Portrayed in a Fun Way

—Jean Little LibraryThere are lots of beginning graphic novels to choose from, but these stand out because of the healthy relationship portrayed in a fun way… Recommended.

“Hilarious and Precious Duo”

—Jenn Kim(Square Books Round World)

“We will be preordering the next book,—LinseyWinterfest, that comes out in the fall!”(@3bittybookworms)

Elephant and PiggieNarwhal and Jelly“Perfect for readers who love Mo Willems’sand Ben Clanton’sstories.Consider adding this to your intermediate graphic novel sections if you haven’t already.”

—Rosemary Kiladitis( Librarian, Blogger at Mom Read It)

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