{"product_id":"marv-collection-alex-falase-koya-6-books-set-ages-5-7-paperback","title":"Marv Collection by Alex Falase-Koya - 6 Books Collection Set - Ages 5-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Dino Attack\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Mega Robot\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Pool of Peril\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Killer Plants\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Blizzard Zone\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Humongous Hamster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: OUP Oxford\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 5-7 (Kindergarten-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Marv Collection gathers six fast-paced superhero adventures by Alex Falase-Koya, illustrated throughout by Paula Bowles and published by OUP Oxford. Ordinary schoolboy Marvin discovers a superhero suit that transforms him into MARV, a hero powered by imagination and courage. Written for early readers, each paperback delivers short chapters, bold illustrations, and an easy-to-follow plot, making this set a natural fit for classroom libraries, home bookshelves, or a birthday gift. Kids meet dinosaurs, robots, killer plants, and more across six standalone stories that build reading confidence one adventure at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis six-book set follows Marvin, an everyday kid who becomes the superhero MARV whenever trouble strikes. In each story he faces a brand-new threat: rampaging dinosaur skeletons at a museum, a towering enemy robot, a flooded obstacle course, an out-of-control garden, a snowbound crisis, and an oversized runaway pet. Alex Falase-Koya wrote the series after noticing a lack of superheroes who looked like him growing up, and that personal mission shows in Marvin's warmth, humor, and relatable worries. Paula Bowles' lively illustrations appear on nearly every spread, helping newly independent readers follow the action even when the vocabulary stretches them. Each title is a complete, self-contained story, so children can read the set in any order without missing context, and returning to a favorite adventure is easy. The tone stays consistently upbeat and funny, balancing genuine tension with silly moments and a big-hearted message about friendship, bravery, and using your imagination to solve problems. Short chapters, large type, and frequent artwork make these books approachable for children just moving into chapter books, while the superhero framing keeps the pace exciting enough for reluctant readers. Teachers, librarians, and parents recommend the series for its blend of accessibility and genuine adventure, and the consistent cast of friends and family across all six books gives young readers something familiar to hold onto as Marvin's world keeps expanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix complete superhero adventures in one paperback set, ideal for building a home or classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten for ages 5-7 (Kindergarten-Grade 2), supporting the leap into independent chapter-book reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated throughout by Paula Bowles, with artwork on nearly every page to support comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach story stands alone, so kids can read the books in any order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of courage, friendship, and imagination woven into every adventure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Dino Attack — Marvin discovers his superhero suit and must stop dinosaur skeletons from wreaking havoc during a school museum trip.\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Mega Robot — Marvin's first outing as MARV pits him against a super-villain and a towering robot bent on destruction.\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Pool of Peril — A watery obstacle course turns dangerous, forcing Marvin to think fast and keep his friends safe.\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Killer Plants — An ordinary garden turns wild when creeping plants spring to life, giving Marvin a leafy new threat to tame.\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Blizzard Zone — A sudden snowstorm traps Marvin and his friends, testing his resourcefulness in freezing conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\nMarv and the Humongous Hamster — A pet hamster grows to giant size, sending Marvin on a chase through town to set things right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAlex Falase-Koya is a children's author who began writing the Marv series after struggling to find superheroes who looked like him in the books he read growing up. He was a winner of Spread the Word's London Writers Awards for YA and Children's fiction, and Marv and the Mega Robot marked his debut novel. Alex lives in Walthamstow, England, and continues to write adventures that put humor, heart, and representation at the center of the story. Every book in this collection is illustrated by Paula Bowles, whose expressive artwork brings Marvin's world to life on nearly every page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSix complete superhero adventures in one paperback bundle make this an easy win for birthday gifts, holiday stockings, or a summer reading boost. Short chapters and bold illustrations keep kids ages 5-7 turning pages, while Marvin's courage, humor, and imagination offer a hero worth cheering for again and again, book after book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alex Falase-Koya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57391247262070,"sku":"MAN-VRT-OXF-U091640-0185851967","price":48.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/marv-collection-alex-falase-koya-paperback.jpg?v=1785955733","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/marv-collection-alex-falase-koya-6-books-set-ages-5-7-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}