{"product_id":"max-series-3-books-collection-ed-vere-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"Max Series by Ed Vere 3 Books Collection Set - Bedtime Picture Books - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax the Brave\u003cbr\u003eMax and Bird\u003cbr\u003eMax at Night\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Puffin\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Max Series Collection brings together three picture books starring Max, the bold little kitten from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Ed Vere. This 3-book paperback set gathers Max the Brave, Max and Bird, and Max at Night into one giftable bundle for ages 3-7. Each story pairs Vere's punchy, graphic illustrations with playful, rhythmic text, exploring courage, friendship, and the small worries of bedtime, making Max a favorite feline hero for young children everywhere. It's an ideal introduction to storytelling for preschoolers and early elementary readers alike, whether for home or classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcross this collection, Max the mighty kitten tackles three different adventures, each anchored in Ed Vere's signature bold color blocking and expressive, minimal linework. In Max the Brave, Max sets out to prove himself a fearless mouse-catcher, only to realize he has no idea what a mouse actually looks like — a mix-up that becomes a funny, warm-hearted lesson about curiosity and courage. Max and Bird follows Max as he meets a small bird he'd like to befriend (and possibly snack on), gently exploring what real friendship asks of us, including patience and restraint. Max at Night closes the set with a cozy bedtime tale: Max is sure he's ready for sleep until he notices the moon has gone missing, sending him on a soothing nighttime search that eases common bedtime worries. Together, the three stories build a consistent emotional arc — bravery, friendship, and comfort — while staying short and punchy for little attention spans. The bold, high-contrast illustrations make each book easy to follow before a child can read every word, supporting prediction skills. Vere's spare, witty text rewards repeat read-alouds, with jokes that hold up on the tenth bedtime reading as well as the first. Parents and teachers appreciate the accessible vocabulary and generous white space, a gentle bridge toward early independent reading, whether read in sequence or picked individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 3-book paperback set from a New York Times bestselling author-illustrator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold, child-friendly illustrations that support visual storytelling and early comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, punchy read-aloud texts ideal for bedtime and classroom sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of bravery, friendship, and comfort woven through relatable feline adventures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift set for birthdays, holidays, or starting a home library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for ages 3-7, spanning preschool through early elementary readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax the Brave — Max the kitten sets off to prove he's a mighty mouse-catcher, only to discover he doesn't actually know what a mouse looks like.\u003cbr\u003eMax and Bird — Max meets a bird he'd like to befriend, and maybe snack on, leading to a playful lesson about real friendship.\u003cbr\u003eMax at Night — Max is ready for bed until he realizes the moon has disappeared, prompting a gentle, funny nighttime search.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEd Vere is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator known for bold, graphic picture books that pair striking visual design with warm, witty storytelling. His Max series has become a favorite for its punchy humor and heartfelt themes of bravery and friendship. Vere's distinctive style, built on strong shapes and vivid color, has earned him recognition as a standout voice in contemporary children's picture books, embraced by families, teachers, and librarians introducing young readers to their first storytelling adventures and helping build lifelong reading habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis trio is an easy favorite for bedtime routines, classroom libraries, or a first \"big kid\" book gift. Bold illustrations and short, funny texts make it a natural pick for birthdays, holiday stockings, or new-sibling gifts, while the bravery-friendship-comfort arc gives grown-ups plenty to talk about with little ones long after the last page.\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":"Ed Vere","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56826038845814,"sku":"USA-9123612002","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/max-series-ed-vere-paperback.jpg?v=1785450341","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/max-series-3-books-collection-ed-vere-ages-3-7-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}