Steve and Eve : A Climate Adventure Graphic Novel Series
Treat Kids to a Gift of Hope, Kindness, Friendship and Science
Steve, a life-ring-wearing polar bear, and his flying EV bestie, Eve, travel the world helping animals and ecosystems in trouble through kindness and science. Steve and Eve climate stories invite children into a magical world of adventure and delight, lifting their spirits along the way.
“Rare children’s stories that don’t shy away from the realities of a changing world, yet leave kids feeling lighter, more resilient, and inspired."
— Tzeporah Berman, Founder, Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty
Book#1 - I CAN HEAR YOUR HEART BEEP
Steve, a Fishtachio ice cream-loving polar bear, pairs up with a feisty electric car named Eve to save the planet in I Can Hear Your Heart Beep, the first book in the Steve and Eve graphic novel series. The dynamic duo will delight young readers with their zany adventures in this stunningly illustrated, uplifting graphic novel as they spread the superpower of kindness gifted to them by the Northern Lights. While striving to alleviate climate change, Steve and Eve are accompanied by a lively cast of Arctic characters and hilariously trailed by Burger the Booger, who attempts to make a snotty mess of our planet heroes.
“As I was reading this book (I Can Hear Your Heart Beep), I felt a lot of shine coming into my body because it has a lot of kindness, teamwork and hope in it.”
— Maya from Toronto (age 7)
Book#2 - BE A MARSHMALLOW
Quirky polar bear cousin Quilo leads Steve and Eve as they explore energy solutions in Norway in Be a Marshmallow. Called to California to help a gruff grizzly bear and a rhyming purple goldfish displaced by drought, our trio blasts off for new adventure. A cast of lovable electric vehicles, including Hippie the school bus, assists our heroes as they encounter environmental challenges and gooey Burger the Booger. With help from wise Mother Trees, kids, parents, and even pets, the team discovers that healing the planet takes both kindness and collective action. In a glowing finale, Steve is reminded of his mother's wise words: "Be a Marshmallow" — let the tough stuff bounce off you, stay sweet and kind, and help fix the planet.
“Steve and Eve was a very good book. When they went to California to save the world that was nice and cool!”
— Sam from Vancouver (age 8)
Helping kids to grow up hopeful, happy and engaged in science.
Spreading Kindness Like Jam on toast.
Étaler la Gentillesse Comme de la Confiture sure une Tartine.
untando Amabilidad Como Mermelada en Pan Tostado.
Thank you, Benja.
A happy little reader!
“In my experience as a sustainability education professional, as well as a researcher of humour and climate, the Steve and Eve world is exactly the type of hopeful, humourous, and age-appropriately empowering climate content we need for kids! We need them to feel hopeful and empowered about their futures so they will grow into conscientious adults, capable of facing climate challenges with resilience and compassionate collaboration.”
Ashley Bangsund, Sustainability Coordinator, Vancouver School District
“I just dipped into your book and I love it.”
David Suzuki, Scientist, Author, Broadcaster
“I love the book (Be a Marshmallow) because GG the Fish lives in a honey jar.”
Aidan, Planet Hero Kid, Reader from Vancouver (age 7)
“I absolutely love the storyline and can’t get over how much joy it brings to my students. Their giggles, connections, and eager anticipation for what comes next have been such a treat to witness. Truly fabulous — light-hearted, funny, compassionate, and kind — all while carrying a powerful message about saving our planet!"
Tanya Rowlands, Westside Montessori Academy, Vancouver
“As I was reading this book (I Can Hear Your Heart Beep), I felt a lot of shine coming into my body because it has a lot of kindness, teamwork and hope in it.”
Maya, Planet Hero Kid, Reader from Toronto (age 7)
“I loved the book (Be a Marshmallow) because it had a lot of jokes.”
Charlie, Planet Hero Kid, Reader from Vancouver (age 8)
“Great book (Be a Marshmallow)!! I loved the CG5 references!”
Imogen, Planet Hero Kid, Reader from Vancouver (age 11)
“This is a great book for younger children! It is an educational yet funny and positive story about fighting climate change and spreading kindness (like jam on toast).”
Anabelle, Planet Hero Kid, Reader from Vancouver (age 12)
“This graphic novel works well with curriculum themes. Teachers will appreciate this tool to educate and entertain students. The authors get to the issues quickly…. and connect with their audience with age-appropriate images and jokes.”
Whistler Independent Book Awards