Top-rated books by Maxine Lee-Mackie
Magicborn
Age: 9-12
Books like Maxine Lee-Mackie’s
Award winning
The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and exploration.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
Award winning
Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
256 pages
Why to read
Mystical adventure fosters creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in challenges.
Ideal for enhancing literacy and engagement.

Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity with captivating dragon-filled adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports problem-solving with plot-driven challenges.

A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
Award winning
Unicorn Selfies: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsical unicorn-themed adventures.
Enhances emotional intelligence through relatable character interactions.
Encourages resilience and positivity in challenging situations.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Unicorn Selfies: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
Award winning
Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through bravery and resilience themes.
Engaging illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Supports development of emotional and social skills.
Encourages independence and self-confidence in young readers.

Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 2023
Award winning
Small Flames: Jory the Orange Dragon
A M Luzzader, 2023
94 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale encourages curiosity and exploration.
Builds emotional intelligence through Jory's relatable struggles.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills effectively.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Small Flames: Jory the Orange Dragon
A M Luzzader, 2023
Broom for Two
Jennifer Maruno, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages friendship and sharing among young readers.
Stimulates imagination with whimsical storytelling.
Enhances understanding of cooperation and teamwork.
Captures attention with colorful, engaging illustrations.

Broom for Two
Jennifer Maruno, 2024
Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery
Erson, Laura Ellen, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with clever, interactive puzzles.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages bonding through shared reading sessions.


