By Matt Phelan
From award-winning author Matt Phelan, A Snow Day for Plum! is the second installment in the series. In this tale, the big-hearted peacock, Plum, and his friends from the Athensville Zoo travel to a local elementary school but get stuck there overnight due to a snowstorm. Plum must overcome his fears of staying in the empty school which introduces him to a whole new group of animals who live in the school.
All of the books in this series are funny and engaging, meant for middle-grade readers, especially those reluctant to read. The chapters are short, and entertaining, and feature black and white art throughout the book. In this book, as with the others in the series, Matt Phelan addresses emotional issues, such as anxiety, in a relatable way that will resonate with readers.
4 Stars