Books with author Mick Manning

A new baby in the family can be a big change, but becoming an older sibling is an exciting and important moment in many people's lives. With the help of this engaging book, readers join along with Max and Kate as they help prepare for, and eventually meet, Max's new baby brother. The delightful storyline is accompanied by colorful illustrations and accessible text that allows readers to easily follow along, while also picking up on important skills for life.

Visiting a new place is always a fun adventure, but it's even more fun when you've got friends and family members by your side! In this stimulating volume, Max and Kate visit Max's Aunt Sue on her farm. They learn about working on the farm and along the way, they even meet some new animal friends. Colorful illustrations and captivating text will engage readers of all ages and encourage them to experience new things. Featuring relatable characters and entertaining stories, this book is sure to be a popular addition to any library or classroom.

Holidays offer some of the best times of the year. From making thoughtful presents on Valentine's Day to pulling silly pranks on April Fools' Day, Max and Kate have a lot of fun on holidays! What other surprises do the holidays have in store for these best friends? This charming book introduces readers to holidays throughout the year. The simple, age-appropriate text is perfect for early readers. Adorable illustrations and goofy jokes will draw in even reluctant readers. They'll love reading about Max and Kate's holiday adventures.

Max and Kate make an adventurous pair! Readers of this charming book will follow these best friends on their fun quests. In this volume, Max and Kate go on a spooky camping trip, cross a wobbly bridge, share a delicious picnic, and meet a friendly squirrel. Vivid illustrations will draw in even reluctant readers. Simple, age-appropriate text is perfect for early readers. This humorous book will be a popular addition to any library or classroom.

Max and Kate play all kinds of creative games. They play pretend, build forts, and even do magic tricks. What goofy adventures will these best friends go on next? Readers of this delightful book will find out. Even reluctant readers will love Max and Kate's silly jokes and fun games. With simple, age-appropriate text, charming illustrations, and lots of humor, this endearing book is perfect for early readers.

Crafts can be a fun way to learn. With the help of this captivating book, readers of all ages can follow along with Max and Kate as they learn to make a number of fun projects, from sock puppets to clay pots. Concise, easy-to-follow text correlates closely with colorful illustrations that will hold the attention of even the most reluctant readers. Each friendly and relatable character adds something unique to this captivating volume. Young artists and readers of many levels won't want to put this exciting book down.

Max and Kate have all kinds of fun outdoors. Can they solve the case of the missing rabbits? Is the frog in the woods really a prince? Can snowmen come to life? Readers of this delightful book will find out. Full of silly jokes and humorous twists, even reluctant readers will love reading about Max and Kate's adventures. Simple, age-appropriate text and captivating illustrations make this book perfect for early readers. What will Max and Kate get up to next?