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Product Description
A cozy garden adventure graphic novel filled with friendship, humor, and nature-inspired discoveries as Poppy searches for sleep.
Full Description
Strawberry-sized friends Poppy and Sam return for another delightful garden adventure in this charming installment of the Poppy & Sam series. As the seasons begin to change, the garden creatures prepare for a long winter nap. There's just one problem—Poppy can't seem to fall asleep.
Determined to hibernate like her friends, Poppy and her loyal panda companion Sam set off through the garden in search of advice. Along the way, they meet bees, frogs, ants, and other colorful creatures, each offering their own creative ideas for getting a good night's rest.
Blending graphic novel storytelling with picture book appeal, this beautifully illustrated adventure introduces young readers to a whimsical garden world filled with friendship, curiosity, and gentle humor. The engaging format helps build reading confidence while keeping kids entertained from beginning to end.
Why Parents Love It
- Graphic Novel Hybrid: Combines engaging illustrations with approachable text for developing readers.
- Nature-Inspired Story: Set in a lively garden filled with insects, animals, and seasonal discoveries.
- Warm Friendship Themes: Highlights kindness, cooperation, and helping friends.
- Gentle Humor: Fun encounters and imaginative solutions keep young readers engaged.
- Series Favorite: A charming addition to the beloved Poppy & Sam collection.
Built for Real Outdoor Use
Perfect for families who value more green time and less screen time, this story celebrates the small wonders of nature and the changing seasons. It pairs beautifully with backyard adventures, garden exploration, nature journaling, or cozy family reading after a day spent outside.
Things to Know
- Author & Illustrator: Cathon
- Series: Poppy & Sam
- Book Number: 3
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Owlkids
- Pages: 44
- Language: English
Product Details
- Title: Poppy and Sam and the Search for Sleep
- Author: Cathon
- Publisher: Owlkids
- ISBN-13: 9781771475730
- ISBN-10: 1771475730
- Binding: Paperback
- Pages: 44
- Series: Poppy & Sam #3
Why ODSS Recommends It
This sweet garden adventure captures the wonder of seasonal change, outdoor discovery, and friendship in a format that young readers love. With its playful illustrations and nature-filled setting, it's the kind of story that encourages kids to notice the world around them, embrace curiosity, and enjoy the simple moments that make childhood memorable. Made for the moments kids remember and perfect for families who love spending time outdoors together.
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