Once upon a time, there were three little pigs.
Then the wolf ate them.
THE END.

This story is too short! I want a longer one!

In this clever counting book, the big bad wolf doesn't want to tell a long story. He wants to get to the eating part. But the reader has other ideas. From a pig soccer team to a pig for every letter of the alphabet to 101 pigs in an animated movie, the stories get more and more fantastical . . . but they're always too short and they ALL end the same way.

Using an abacus as the basis for her illustrations, Marianna creates beguiling little pigs and a menacing but slightly bored wolf that perfectly complement the inventive story by Davide Cali. Come for the counting, stay for the storytelling! This book has it all.

Then there are the evil ninjas, massive ape, mysterious mole people, giant blob, and countless other daunting (and astonishing) detours along the way to school. Are these excuses really why this student is late? Or is there another explanation that is even more outrageous than the rest? From Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud, the critically acclaimed author/illustrator team behind I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . comes a fast-paced, actionpacked, laugh-out-loud story about finding the way to school despite the odds--and the unbelievable oddness

It's a race to do homework--in space! But first, there's a spaceship jam. Then there's the moon detour, the Mars alien exploration, and a stop on the gravity-defying International Space Station. And that's just the beginning! Henry and Ali want to get their homework done--they really do! But how are they supposed to study the solar system when they seem to be swept up in an endless series of interstellar surprises?

From Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud, the author-illustrator team behind I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . ., comes an action-packed, entertaining tale about trying to get your homework done, whether you're in--or out--of this world!

THE LATEST IN A FAVORITE SERIES: The dynamic author-illustrator team of Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud are back with an engaging sixth book in the acclaimed I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . children's book series!

A FAST-PACED SPACE ADVENTURE: As the two main characters try to get their homework done, outer space surprises keep thwarting their attempts. The result? Amusing mayhem and hilarious surprises on every page.

IRRESISTIBLE, DETAIL-RICH ILLUSTRATIONS: Humorous illustrations and endless details for readers to discover result in a satisfying--and exciting--reading experience.

A MUST-READ FOR YOUNG READERS: An energetic pace, clever story, and ample humor make this book an engaging read.

Perfect for:

• Fans of books in the I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . . series
• Fans of Benjamin Chaud
• Fans of Edward Gorey, Maurice Sendak, and Mo Willems
• Appreciators of aliens and all things outer space
• Lovers of clever stories with wild and wacky humor
• Anyone looking for funny kids' books to delight reluctant readers

Abigail's swimming teacher takes her aside and points out: we can change how we see ourselves. He offers a creative visualization technique she can use to feel bolder, more confident, and more accepting of herself. Abigail tries it out in challenging situations that week--walking home in the dark, eating her vegetables, trying to fall asleep. Illustrations in the book show her perspective morphing powerfully to match her new thought patterns.

Next time she's in swimming class, instead of feeling heavy, Abigail thinks sardine, eel, barracuda, shark! She starts to figure out how to draw on mindfulness, creative thinking, resilience, and positive self-esteem to embrace exactly who she is. This picture book supports social/emotional learning and serves as a perfect jumping-off point for topics like bullying, empathy, confidence, and creative problem solving.

Little Pea illustrates stamps for a living. He has painted insects, tomatoes, cars, and flowers. But what should he draw next?

Short on inspiration, he sets off on a great journey and a quest for ideas in his bright red plane. Who knows where he will land!

Little Pea series:
Little Pea (#1)
Little Pea's Grand Journey (#2)
Little Pea's Drawing School (#3)

Little Pea was born tiny, but with big aspirations. As he grows up, he loves to climb, explore, swim, daydream--just like any other kid his age.

But when Little Pea starts school, the realization of how small he is sets in. Suddenly, he's too small to sit at his desk, play the flute, or even join classmates at recess. What will become of Little Pea?

In Wild Werewolves, a stranger approaches Zoey and Kyle in the library as they ask the question: Do you think monsters exist in London? The stranger gives them information that sets them on a city-wide adventure with Ashley and Tyler. The Mystery Club pieces together the werewolf mystery and the identity of the stranger and a zany series of events ensues.

In Mummy Mischief, train passengers spot a mummy in the subway. Then it happens again! The occurrences are uncanny and strange enough to lure the Mystery Club to action. As they unwrap the mysteries of the mummy appearances, they unearth even more hijinks than they bargained for.

Author Davide Cali and illustrator Sébastien Mourrain's Little Pea's Drawing School is a whimsical and wondrous picture book that celebrates artistic imagination.

Little Pea is now an accomplished artist. One day, a friend encourages him to open a drawing school and help others tap into their creativity--what a marvelous idea! But as his students work hard to improve their skills and techniques with each passing class, Little Pea soon learns that one does not always recognize a great artist at first glance.

A veritable ode to creativity, there are many details contained in Mourrain's meticulous lines that serve to enrich and extend Cali's words. This Lilliputian world, abound with joyfully awoken and inspired fauna, is worth discovering. --Marie Fradette, Le Devoir

Little Pea series:
Little Pea
Little Pea's Grand Journey
Little Pea's Drawing School

The New York Times New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Books Award (2022)

A dog has an important job to do, especially if his human is a writer. Without a dog by his side, the writer would forget to eat. He'd never get out of his pajamas, and he'd probably stare at the computer all day long. But even the best French bulldog can't do everything. Maybe this perfect pair needs someone new in their lives...

Illustrated in warm, earthy tones, this witty story reflects the ways dogs change our lives for the better. Our canine friends can make--and find--the best companions.