Hammy and Gerbee: Mummies at the Museum

In Hammy and Gerbee: Mummies at the Museum, a lighthearted comic series from Henry Holt and Co. (2018–present), two best friends—a hamster and a gerbil—embark on a school field trip to a natural history museum. Written and illustrated by Colleen AF Venable, the single-issue story blends classroom antics with gentle mystery as the duo encounters mummies and museum exhibits. Though brief in its run, the series offers a warm, accessible entry point for young readers into the world of graphic novels, showcasing Venable’s knack for playful dialogue and expressive art.