author/illustrator: Cathon
ages: 6+
48 pages
19 x 24 cm
hardcover
French
Comme des géants (Canada)
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Poppy & Sam - The Search for Sleep - series
Poppy and Sam’s third quest delivers a story about friendship and community, while introducing children to natural science concepts.
Winter is around the corner. It’s time for everyone to take shelter and hibernate. But something seems to be wrong. Despite her best efforts, Poppy can’t fall asleep. Could she have forgotten how to sleep?
With the help of her friend Sam, the little girl goes searching for solutions. What can she learn about sleeping through winter from her friends the toad, the ants, and the mice?
IN THE MEDIA
"The story is just as sweet, whimsical, and simple as ever. Sure to delight children looking for a cozy adventure, as well as fans of the series." - School Library Journal
"A fun read for independent young readers but also works as a humorous read-aloud for the sleep-resistant. Another win for this adorable series." - Kirkus Reviews
"An adorable comic strip for the very young. The tongue-in-cheek dialogues are particularly funny!" - Prix des libraires du Québec selection committee
"We follow Poppy who can't sleep. She seeks advice from Marmite the bee, Clémentin the frog, Mimi the ant... It's funny (especially when the frog offers her a cup of hot fly's milk!) and cute as can be." - La Presse
"This new adventure of Poppy and Sam introduces us to the hibernation habits of the little garden creatures. Cathon once again charms us with this adorable and funny story." - Boucle Magazine
AWARDS AND SHORTLISTS
- Yvette Lapointe Award (Bédéis Causa/Québec BD) - Winner
- Prix littéraire du Gouverneur Général - Finalist 2021, Children's Literature - Illustrated Books category
- Prix des libraires du Québec - Preliminary selection 2021, Quebec children's comics category
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