Winter and Spring
Winter and Spring

An early reader non-fiction book that introduces children to the clear visual differences between winter and spring. Using simple language and realistic illustrations, it highlights seasonal features like snow, rain, bare trees, birds, nests, and flowers, focusing on observation and basic facts.

Summer and Autumn
Summer and Autumn

A simple early reader text introducing young children to the basic characteristics of summer and autumn through key vocabulary and observations like the sun, sea, umbrellas, and colorful leaves. Focused on comparison and observation rather than storytelling.

I Am Cold
I Am Cold

A very simple story about a character who is cold and lists various things they need to feel warm and comforted.

Winter Clothes
Winter Clothes

A simple and direct story that teaches young children about different types of winter clothing and how they help keep us warm.

The Cat That Weaves Sunshine
The Cat That Weaves Sunshine

A cat has the ability to spin sunlight into golden threads. Introduce: The winter comes, the north wind steals the color of the forest, becomes gray. The kitten decided to weave gifts for friends with the sunshine stored in summer. The kitten can dispel the gray of winter by sharing the sunshine stored in the summer.

The Ant and the Grasshopper
The Ant and the Grasshopper

This retelling of Aesop's classic fable illustrates the importance of planning and foresight through the story of a hardworking ant and a carefree grasshopper. When winter arrives, the grasshopper learns a valuable lesson about preparation, and their friendship blossoms from shared understanding.

O - O - Office
O - O - Office

This playful phonics story follows Max through a busy animal office, where he works alongside funny coworkers whose names all start with O—like ox, otter, and octopus. With one word per page and bright, amusing illustrations from their workday, children hear and repeat the short letter o sound /ɒ/, building strong sound–letter connections.

S - S - Safari
S - S - Safari

Max goes on a sunny safari to see, spot, and search for animals, using simple /s/ words on every page. Early learners can follow his adventure while learning beginning-sound S words like sun, sand, snake, swing, and stars.

Z - Z - Zoo
Z - Z - Zoo

This playful picture story follows Max on a trip to the zoo, where a zooming monkey surprises him by stealing his lunch. With one word per page and bright, colorful illustrations, early readers follow the action while hearing and practicing the /z/ sound as they learn the letter Z.

Max Sees Winter and Spring
Max Sees Winter and Spring

Join Max, a curious light-blue rabbit, as he explores the gentle changes between winter and spring. This simple picture book introduces basic seasonal concepts, using a clear, repetitive sentence pattern and calm observations perfect for early listeners and new readers.

Happpy Chinese New Year
Happpy Chinese New Year

Join Max, Lily, and Tom as they celebrate Chinese New Year with their loving family. From cleaning and decorating to making dumplings and watching dragon dances, this heartwarming story captures the joy and traditions of the festive season through the eyes of curious children.

Weather
Weather

A simple story introducing different types of weather conditions through short, descriptive sentences.

R - R - Rain
R - R - Rain

This playful picture story follows Max as he runs and rides in the rain, giving early readers repeated chances to hear and say the /r/ sound. With one simple r-word per page and bright illustrations of Max in his raincoat and rainboots, children build early sound awareness while enjoying a rainy-day adventure.

Max Looks at Summer and Autumn
Max Looks at Summer and Autumn

Join Max, an adorable bunny, as he explores the distinct features of summer and autumn. This simple picture book uses repetitive sentences to introduce seasonal vocabulary, perfect for early listening and speaking practice.

The Strawberry Everyone Wanted
The Strawberry Everyone Wanted

Hedgehog, Squirrel, and Rabbit all want a big, red strawberry. They argue about who saw it first, but when a hungry Deer eats it, they learn that friendship and sharing are more important than a delicious treat.