Maisy First Experiences Series by Lucy Cousins 15 Books Collection Set - Ages 0-5 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Maisy Goes to the Museum
Maisy Goes on Holiday
Maisy Goes to the City
Maisy Goes Camping
Maisy's Christmas Eve
Maisy Goes to the Cinema
Maisy Goes to Nursery
Maisy Goes on a Sleepover
Maisy Goes to the Library
Maisy Goes to Hospital
Maisy, Charley and the Wobbly Tooth
Maisy Goes by Plane
Maisy's Sports Day
Maisy Plays Football
Maisy Goes to the Bookshop

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781406399554
Publisher: Walker Books
Age Range: Ages 0-5 (Baby-Kindergarten)

Overview
The Maisy First Experiences 15-Book Set gathers a full year of gentle, real-world adventures starring Lucy Cousins' beloved mouse and her circle of friends. From a first day at nursery to a sleepover, a hospital visit, and a trip by plane, each softcover story walks little ones through a new milestone with warmth and reassurance. Bright, bold illustrations and simple, rhythmic text make these paperbacks ideal for lap reading with babies and toddlers, or early independent "reading" through pictures. A wonderful starter library for any home, nursery, or classroom shelf.

About the Books
Lucy Cousins created Maisy as a friendly, curious mouse whose everyday outings mirror the milestones young children face themselves. This 15-book paperback set collects the First Experiences titles, each one built around a single new situation: visiting a museum, going on holiday, starting nursery, sleeping over at a friend's house, or heading to the hospital for a checkup. The stories follow a comforting pattern that toddlers quickly recognize, using short, repetitive sentences and Cousins' signature thick black outlines and saturated primary colors, a style designed to be easy for very young eyes to follow. Because every book focuses on one specific experience, parents and caregivers can hand a child the exact title that matches an upcoming event, whether that's a first flight, a first day of nursery, or a first trip to the library. The Maisy character models curiosity, courage, and kindness in each scenario, gently normalizing the mix of nerves and excitement that comes with trying something new. Supporting characters like Charley, Cyril, Eddie, and Tallulah reappear throughout, giving the collection a consistent, familiar cast that young readers grow attached to book after book. Compact paperback sizing makes the set easy for small hands to hold, carry, and flip through independently, while parents will appreciate how the simple vocabulary and clear picture cues support early language development and conversation about feelings. Sold together, the fifteen titles form a practical, ready-made library of everyday firsts.

Key Benefits

• Fifteen individual paperback stories covering everyday childhood firsts, from nursery to hospital visits
• Lucy Cousins' bold, colorful illustrations designed specifically for babies and toddlers
• Simple, repetitive text supports early vocabulary and language development
• Compact paperback format sized for small hands to hold and turn independently
• Familiar recurring characters build comfort and continuity across the whole set
• Great for read-aloud time, nursery shelves, classroom libraries, or as a baby shower or birthday gift

Book-by-Book Guide
Maisy Goes to the Museum — Maisy and her friends spend a rainy day exploring museum exhibits, from dinosaurs to a moon display.
Maisy Goes on Holiday — Maisy packs her bags and heads off with friends for a fun-filled holiday adventure.
Maisy Goes to the City — Maisy and Charley ride the underground and take in the sights of a busy city.
Maisy Goes Camping — Maisy and her friends pitch a tent and enjoy the basics of an outdoor camping trip.
Maisy's Christmas Eve — Maisy gathers with friends to share festive traditions on a cozy Christmas Eve.
Maisy Goes to the Cinema — Maisy and her friends settle in to watch a story unfold on the big screen.
Maisy Goes to Nursery — Maisy spends her first day at nursery, meeting new friends and new routines.
Maisy Goes on a Sleepover — Maisy stays over at a friend's house, sharing snacks and stories before bed.
Maisy Goes to the Library — Maisy discovers quiet corners and storytime fun on a visit to the library.
Maisy Goes to Hospital — Maisy visits the hospital, easing worries with a calm, reassuring look at a checkup.
Maisy, Charley and the Wobbly Tooth — Maisy helps Charley through the excitement of losing a wobbly tooth.
Maisy Goes by Plane — Maisy takes her first flight, discovering what happens before, during, and after takeoff.
Maisy's Sports Day — Maisy joins in the races and games of a lively school sports day.
Maisy Plays Football — Maisy and her friends kick off a friendly football match together.
Maisy Goes to the Bookshop — Maisy visits the bookshop to pick out a new book and a gift for a friend.

About the Author
Lucy Cousins is a British author-illustrator and the creator of Maisy, one of the best-loved characters in children's publishing. A graduate of Brighton Polytechnic's Faculty of Arts and Architecture, Cousins developed her bold, bright style specifically for very young children, using thick outlines and primary colors that are easy for babies and toddlers to focus on. Maisy books have sold millions of copies worldwide and been translated into many languages, and the character has also been adapted into a long-running animated television series. Cousins continues to write and illustrate books introducing young readers to everyday experiences with warmth and gentle humor.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This 15-book Maisy set turns everyday milestones into comforting, colorful stories toddlers will ask for again and again. It's a natural fit for a baby shower gift, a first birthday, stocking stuffers, or building out a nursery and classroom library, giving little ones a friendly guide to nearly every new experience ahead.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.