101 Reasons Why

A Wild Adventure Universe for Kids & Families

101 REASONS WHY is a comedy‑adventure universe that follows the wild, over‑the‑top excuses of kids in Mr. Gilbert’s class. Every ‘reason’ starts as a simple excuse – like losing your homework – and explodes into a real, ridiculous, high‑stakes adventure. The universe is built as a long‑running graphic‑novel series, with each book focusing on a different kid, a different ‘reason’, and a brand‑new, larger‑than‑life problem to solve. Over time, these stories grow into a bigger world across books, animation, digital shorts, and more.

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The 101 REASONS WHY Book Series

“The 101 REASONS WHY universe is told through interconnected, full‑color graphic novels. The first series arc is called 101 Reasons Why I Lost My Homework Again and follows Danny and his genius pet frog, Yokono. Future series explore new ‘reasons’ and new kids in the class.”​​

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First Story Arc: 101 Reasons Why I Lost My Homework Again

101 Reasons Why I Lost My Homework Again is the first story arc in the 101 REASONS WHY universe. It follows Danny and his genius pet frog, Yokono, as every ‘I lost my homework’ excuse turns into a real, over‑the‑top adventure. Each book in this arc features a new, unbelievably wild reason why Danny’s homework has gone missing – from giant monster snails to time‑travel mishaps – and each one pushes him to be more creative, more courageous, and a little less selfish.”

Age 7 to 11 | Grade 2-5

The Snotty Snail is the first graphic novel in the 101 REASONS WHY universe and the opening chapter of the I Lost My Homework Again series.

Homework is hard.
Being a kid is even harder!
(And that was before meeting a gigantic, murderous, slimy snail!!!)
Danny & his brilliant pet frog Yokono are just trying to get through the school day in the most hilarious, creative way possible!

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Our hero’s tale is here, featuring a fun cameo by Yokono!

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A BOOK FOR KIDS WHO...​

  • Love adventures, frogs, slime, and funny stories!
  • Love the vibrance and excitement of graphic novels and comic books.
  • Love to read but struggle with focusing on text-heavy stories.
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Next in the I LOST MY HOMEWORK AGAIN SERIES

101 Reasons is a captivating universe, brimming with boundless worlds, each bursting with infinite stories. Join us as we embark on the next chapters in the series, and anticipate many more exciting surprises to come.

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kids and parents love “101 Reasons Why”

Michael

Delightful addition to the genre of graphic novels for kids aged 9-12

Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2025

This book is a delightful addition to the genre of graphic novels for kids aged 9-12. This humorous and relatable story captures the everyday challenges of school life through engaging illustrations and witty narratives. The characters are well-developed, making it easy for young readers to connect with their experiences.
The blend of humor and relatable scenarios not only entertains but also encourages kids to embrace their creativity and imagination. This graphic novel is perfect for reluctant readers, as its visual storytelling makes reading enjoyable. Overall, it’s a fantastic choice for parents and educators looking to inspire a love for reading in children.

david castelnuovo

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2024

101 Reasons Why I Lost My Homework Again: The Snotty Snail”* is an absolute gem in the world of children’s graphic novels. This book delivers a wild, imaginative, and humorous adventure that will appeal not only to kids but also to adults with a taste for quirky stories.

Anna Soleil

A laugh out loud family favorite!

Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2024

The book is hands down one of the best kids’ comics we’ve ever read as a family! From the moment we picked it up, we were hooked, finishing it in one delightful sitting. The story is incredibly funny and full of colorful illustrations that kept our kids engaged the entire time. The humor and wit, make you laugh out loud. The book also includes in valuable lessons about kindness and honesty, no matter how crazy the situation might seem .We highly recommend it for kids and families of all ages. It’s definitely our new family favorite, and we can’t wait to read the rest of the series. 

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Great read for different levels 

Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2025

My kids both loved it. My early reader was interested in the illustrations and was able to read some words, we we read it together. My avid 3rd graders read it back to back several times and was completely engaged in the storyline and the characters. The graphic novel is attractive to this who are overwhelmed with reading and is such a fun experience. The story and characters pop out of the book and come to life with beautiful comic book style art and storyline. This is great book for early readers and also more advanced.

Aria

Loved this book!

Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2025

My son loved this book! We are looking forward for the next book!

Anthony B.

A great gift for kids

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2024

I bought the book as a gift for my cousin, and it turned out to be a huge hit! The story is funny, creative, and packed with unique characters like Danny and his frog, Yokono, who try to save the day from a giant, sneezing snail. It’s the perfect mix of humor and adventure, with illustrations that really draw you in. If you’re looking for a gift that will keep kids laughing and turning pages, this is the one!

Eillimc

Very fun book to read

Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024

The book is well organized.
Amazing illustrations.
I loved that is set up like a comic book type.
Funny plot

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