Six sidesplitting tales of the bear, the moose and the beaver in one wild volume! Three best (animal) friends embark on hilarious wilderness adventures in the Life in the Wild series. Kids love the characters’ endearing quirks – a bear who hugs, a risk-averse moose, a careless beaver – and grown-ups appreciate gentle messages of teamwork, kindness and friendship. Award-winning author and illustrator Nicholas Oldland’s trademark humor and warmth shine in these delightful and timeless stories. This is the perfect volume for Life in the Wild fans of all ages. The collection includes: Big Bear Hug Making the Moose Out of Life The Busy Beaver Up the Creek Walk on the Wild Side Hockey in the Wild Six Life in the Wild stories in one volume! Who could ask for better?― Youth Services Book Review, starred review Nicholas Oldland earned a degree in fine arts at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, Canada, and enjoyed success as a commercial artist and filmmaker before taking up the role of creative director at Hatley, a popular apparel company he runs with his brothers. He is the author-illustrator of the Life in the Wild series and Dinosaur Countdown. Nicholas lives in Toronto, Ontario, with his family.