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Spiegelman, Nadja , Loeffler, Trade

Zig and Wikki in "The Cow"

40 pp. | Candlewick/TOON | February, 2012 | Trade ISBN 978-1-935179-15-3 $12.95

(3) K-3 Toon Book series. In this episode, extraterrestrials Zig and Wikki need to return Zig's pet fly to its proper home--Earth. Seeking the perfect ecosystem, the pair decides the best fit is a farm. Scientific information relevant to their farm adventure pops up periodically on Wikki's computer-screen body. Comedic cartoon panels and small photographs and diagrams combine for an informative yet entertaining package.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan