Once Upon a Time in Elmore: When Gumball Met Penny

This chapter book, part of 'The Amazing World of Gumball' series, introduces young readers to Gumball's first experience with infatuation for Penny. It's a lighthearted, humorous story that uses anthropomorphic characters to explore early social dynamics and feelings of a crush. The book is likely to appeal to fans of the animated series and children navigating similar new emotions. It offers pure entertainment and a gentle way to normalize feelings of affection and friendship. Best for early to late elementary readers, it serves as a quick, engaging read or a fun read-aloud.