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Max and Moonbean

By Rob Scotton
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Max and Moonbean by Rob Scotton is a delightful children's story about Max, a curious character, who embarks on a whimsical adventure with his imaginative friend, Moonbean. Together, they navigate a series of playful and enchanting scenarios that encourage friendship, creativity, and the joy of exploring the world around them. It's a tale that sparks the imagination and celebrates the fun of childhood discoveries.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love imaginative adventures and charming characters. The story combines creativity with whimsical illustrations, offering a captivating experience for young readers. Fans of heartwarming tales featuring adorable animal characters will find this book truly enchanting.

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Rob Scotton, beloved author of the bestselling Splat the Cat and Russell the Sheep series, returns with Max and Moonbean, the first book in a brand-new picture book series about a timid young dog and his out-of-this-world friend.

It’s the night before the big show-and-tell, and Max isn’t sure what to bring.

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Rob Scotton, beloved author of the bestselling Splat the Cat and Russell the Sheep series, returns with Max and Moonbean, the first book in a brand-new picture book series about a timid young dog and his out-of-this-world friend.

It’s the night before the big show-and-tell, and Max isn’t sure what to bring. He’s shy and worried that it will all go wrong. But when a space creature named Moonbean crashes into his room, Max discovers all he needed was a friend to help him find his confidence.

Heartfelt and whimsically illustrated, Max and Moonbean is an empowering picture book story about friendship, bravery, and daring to dream big from one of the best-selling picture book creators of all time, Rob Scotton.

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Max and Moonbean is praised for its vibrant and detailed illustrations, creating a magical feel-good atmosphere that bolsters young readers' confidence. With an emphasis on the power of supportive friendship, this book offers an uplifting reminder of overcoming obstacles with the help of a friend.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062990389

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Rob Scotton

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 472g

Pages: 48

Collections

Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Rob Scotton

About the Author

Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; Scaredy-Cat, Splat!; Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; and Russell"s Christmas Magic. His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist. Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; Scaredy-Cat, Splat!; Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; and Russell"s Christmas Magic. His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist.

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