Something Ate My Homework

Reach for this book when your child starts asking 'why' about every bug in the grass or needs a bridge between silly stories and real world science. This graphic novel follows two charming aliens, Zig and Wikki, as they explore Earth to find a pet for a school project. Along the way, they encounter various backyard creatures and learn how the local ecosystem functions. The story is perfect for kids who may feel intimidated by traditional textbooks but have a high natural curiosity. It weaves together themes of teamwork and the pride of discovery without feeling like a lecture. It is a gentle, humorous introduction to the food chain that validates a child's sense of wonder about the natural world while building early reading confidence.