Get ready to experience a whole new thrilling sequence of adventure and discovery in the delightful, New York Times bestselling Phoebe and Her Unicorn series by Dana Simpson.
A new school year means many things for nine-year-old Phoebe Howell and her unicorn best friend, Marigold Heavenly Nostrils. They prepare for a school dance (lame!), meet new friends (ghosts and gnomes and goblins, OH MY!), and even experience a rare supernatural phenomenon called a Unicornado! In fact, sometimes things get almost too magical. Marigold’s presence attracts pixies, talking birds, and a sphinx, turning Phoebe’s house into a magical sylvan glen. And Marigold even briefly transforms Phoebe into a goblin. Whether they’re trick-or-treating, singing showtunes, or casting new spells, every day for Phoebe and Marigold is an adventure thanks to the power of friendship.
About the Author
Dana Claire Simpson grew up in Gig Harbor, Washington, drawing the entire time. She eventually graduated from The Evergreen State College, despite having spent all her time drawing, and not always for credit. From 1998 to 2008, she drew the internet comic strip Ozy and Millie. After winning the Amazon sponsored Comic Strip Superstar Contest in 2009, Andrews McMeel Syndication signed her to a development deal for Heavenly Nostrils, which was later renamed Phoebe and Her Unicorn. She currently lives in Santa Barbara, California, with her tech genius spouse and her fairly stupid cat.
Phoebe and Her Unicorn: A Unicorn of a Friend Celebration
Phoebe and Marigold celebrate their 10th anniversary and you can too! Grab one of your besties for a friendship art project making mini unicorns for each other. They’re small enough to take anywhere as a reminder of your one-of-a-kind, unicorn-like friend.
Create Your Own Cartoon Strip with Phoebe and Her Unicorn
Phoebe and Her Unicorn is a beloved and bestselling series about finding friendship in the most unlikely places. Middle-grade readers will follow Phoebe, a somewhat awkward girl, as she forges a powerful bond with a vainglorious unicorn who shows her just how special she really is (after getting over the whole hit-in-the-face-with-a-rock thing, that is). This free printable create-a-comic activity template opens up a world of artistic possibility for middle-graders. They can create their own magical best friend and become the inventors of their own fantastical tale of friendship. As they work on this activity, encourage students to think critically about what makes their real-life friendships special.
Making friends has never been modeled so beautifully as it is in Dana Simpson’s magical series. After reading all about Phoebe and Marigold Heavenly Nostrils, readers can create their own magical BFFs in the very same illustrated comic style. Readers will join Phoebe and Marigold in discovering each other’s awesomeness, coming to appreciate their own as a result. Download this free printable create-a-comic activity and guide your students through imagining, drawing, and writing their own version of a Phoebe and Her Unicorn cartoon strip. This activity is a great creative exercise, but it also instills a deeper understanding of the importance of friendship, no matter what differences you may have.
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Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Virtual Unicorn Experience: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Virtual Unicorn Experience: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Camping with Unicorns: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Camping with Unicorns: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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The Unicorn Whisperer: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
The Unicorn Whisperer: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Unicorn Bowling: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn Bowling: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Phoebe and Her Unicorn in Unicorn Theater Gallery
Phoebe and Her Unicorn in Unicorn Theater
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Unicorn of Many Hats: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn of Many Hats: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Phoebe and Her Unicorn in the Magic Storm Gallery
Phoebe and Her Unicorn in the Magic Storm
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Rainy Day Unicorn Fun: A Phoebe and Her Unicorn Activity Book Gallery
Rainy Day Unicorn Fun: A Phoebe and Her Unicorn Activity Book
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Unicorn Crossing: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn Crossing: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Razzle Dazzle Unicorn: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Razzle Dazzle Unicorn: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Unicorn vs. Goblins: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn vs. Goblins: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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Unicorn on a Roll: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Gallery
Unicorn on a Roll: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
written and illustrated by Dana Simpson
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