Gr 3–5—An outcast named Katya stumbles upon a bear, Kodi, who is caught in a trap. After Kodi is saved, he
returns the favor to his lonely friend. Dreamy watercolors set the tone in this intimate, touching read about
discovering friendship and belonging in unexpected places.

My review of this book can be found on my YouTube Vlog at:

https://youtu.be/cJCleGqgkP0

Enjoy! ( )

Katya doesn't really enjoy being around other kids, she prefers to curl up and read comics instead. One day, her Grandma sends her outside to get a snack down the road. One her way back, Katya meets a bear trapped under a fallen tree stump. After helping the bear out, the two become best friends and will stop at nothing to be together.

This is so cute and adorable and I would like a Kodi of my own! I may have even cried a few times when Kodi was searching.

I really enjoyed the watercolors in the artwork. It was different from what I usually read in comics. Jared Cullum was able to capture the expressions of Kodi wonderfully.

This graphic novel is just one of those feel good ones - for both young and old. It's just bound to make you feel all warm and cozy inside after you're finished with it. I would highly recommend it! ( )

Charming cartoony watercolor illustrations bring this graphic novel about a Kodiak bear and his human best friend Katya to life. When the pair are separated, Kodi embarks on a journey from Alaska to Seattle to find her. With the help of injured fisherman, Joshua, Katya and Kodi are reunited in the emotional imagery of this graphic novel, written and illustrated by Jared Cullum. ( )

A fairly quick, watercolor comic about the resilience of friendship. The illustrations are charming even though the story's so simple. Kids will be sure to like this one!

2.5 ( )