About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling small or intimidated by a challenge and needs a reminder that their unique strengths, and the support of friends, are enough to save the day. Mellybean and the Wicked Wizard follows a bouncy dog and her cat companions as they enter a magical world hidden in their backyard to find a lost ball, only to discover a kingdom under a sleeping spell cast by a power hungry wizard. While the stakes involve magic and a villain, the heart of the story is about empathy, collaboration, and the courage found in ordinary kindness. It is a gentle yet exciting graphic novel perfect for early elementary readers who enjoy animal adventures but aren't quite ready for dark or heavy fantasy. Parents will appreciate how Melly's infectious optimism serves as a model for resilience and teamwork.
