The Big Mess and Other Stories (Earl & Worm #2), by Greg Pizzoli

(Hardback, 72 pages, first published in 2025)

Beloved Geisel Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli is back with book two in the fan favorite early reader series of two unlikely friends, Earl and Worm, that is sure to make kids belly laugh!

Earl and Worm couldn't be more different--but they also are also the best of friends. So when Earl's mess gets out of hand, Worm is sure she can help. And when a lucky penny turns rotten, rain-soaked Earl helps Worm see the sunny side. Through it all, the pair's funny hijinks turn tender . . . and the big mess ends up where they least expect it!

Come along for three giggle-inducing stories that will have kids hooting along soon after they've outgrown Elephant and Piggie.

Storyglory Considerations: The second chapter is named "Lucky Penny." Earl finds a "lucky" penny and is excited. However, it brings him nothing but trouble.

Recommended Age: 4-8