This second level-3 early reader comic featuring the Fix-Its (after Nail Needs Help, 2024) finds the animated hand tools eager to welcome a new friend: Power Drill. Hand Drill and the screwdrivers are happy to help the Screws get to where they need to go, but Power Drill can do it much, much faster. The hand tools appreciate the break as Power Drill handles the work much so that they use their new free time to prepare a party to welcome the new tool. They wait and wait for Power Drill to join them, but the battery-powered tool keeps working to the point of exhaustion, and the other tools come up with a good solution for helping their new friend get the rest they need and make sure they feel appreciated. Reul's open panels, appealing artwork, and restrained vocabulary make this STEM-themed comic very approachable, and the SEL angle of the story ploring themes of burnout, asking for help, and showing gratitude in a mindful way ll be useful to elementary-schoolers.

A cheerful group of anthropomorphic tools known as the Fix-Its learn about the value of a power napOne morning, the hand drill excitedly tells the two screwdrivers about a new arrival to the workbench. "Is that the brand-new, super-duper Power Drill?!" asks one of the screwdrivers. The three get to work while Power Drill finishes charging. The hand drill makes a hole, and a screwdriver turns a screw. It's hard work. "Would you like some help?" asks Power Drill. Yes! "They're so powerful, they didn't even need to pre-drill!" says the hand drill while observing Power Drill's work. Power Drill acknowledges the secret to their impressive speed and energy: "ELECTRICITY!" Like groupies gushing over a celebrity, the wide-eyed hand tools cut hilarious figures as they look on in awe. They take the opportunity to rest by basking under a lamp ("Relaxation looks good on us"), and they plan a party for Power Drill as thanks for all the work getting done. But Power Drill is slowing down, their "ziip" turning to an "urr…urp." It takes several tools to hoist Power Drill back onto the charger to recover. Reul accomplishes a lot in the Fix-Its' second graphic novel: She gives readers an up-close look at various woodworking tools, reminds them that rest and recharging are essential, and demonstrates the importance of respect and cooperation. The crisp panels and gently animated look of the workbench denizens add to the welcoming feel.Hooray for teamwork, hard work, and friendship!(Graphic beginning reader. 4-8)