The Maisy First Experiences Series
By Lucy Cousins
Maisy and her friends navigate everyday firsts, from preschool and camping to doctors and celebrations.
comforting · cheerful · reassuring · playful
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What is The Maisy First Experiences series by Lucy Cousins about?
First published in the late 2000s and continuing into the 2020s, Maisy First Experiences follows Maisy Mouse and her friends as they encounter familiar childhood milestones. Beginning with outings such as the library, museum and hospital, the series expands to preschool, camping, travel, swimming, seasonal events and cultural celebrations. Lucy Cousins’s bright illustrations and straightforward storytelling may appeal to toddlers and preschoolers preparing for, or reflecting on, similar experiences. Some books include mild concerns around illness, injury, medical visits or unfamiliar situations, handled reassuringly.
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About the author
Lucy Cousins is a talented British author and illustrator, best known for creating the colourful 'Maisy' books. Her stories are loved by children all over the world for their simple words and bright, bold pictures. Lucy enjoys bringing her animal characters to life and making reading fun for everyone.
All the books in The Maisy First Experiences series
Maisy, Charley, and the Wobbly Tooth
by Lucy Cousins
Charley’s not-so-scary dentist visit holds a surprising secret: will his wobbly tooth disappear?
Published: 2006
Maisy goes on holiday
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy’s first seaside holiday brings unexpected adventures, new discoveries and one secret postcard to send.
Maisy Goes To The Library
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy seeks quiet fishy reading, but the library has a noisy surprise in store.
Published: 2005
Maisy Goes To London
by Lucy Cousins
What will Maisy discover as London’s famous sights reveal their surprising secrets?
Maisy Goes by Plane
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy’s first flight takes off—but who will she meet among the clouds?
Maisy's Sports Day
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy’s sports day takes a hilarious turn when winning suddenly isn’t everything.
Maisy: Maisy's Christmas Eve
by Lucy Cousins
Christmas cheer turns to snowy worry when Maisy’s friends discover Eddie has vanished.
Maisy Goes to a Wedding
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy discovers weddings are full of surprises—but what will happen after the confetti flies?
Maisy Goes on a Sleepover
by Lucy Cousins
At Tallulah’s sleepover, excitement keeps Maisy and her friends wide awake—what happens next?
Maisy Loves Jungles
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy explores the steamy rainforest—but what will she discover behind the special gatefold?
Maisy Loves Ladybirds
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy discovers ladybirds’ secret winter hideaway—but can she help keep them safe?
Maisy's Bathtime
by Lucy Cousins
Will Maisy’s bubbly bath wait when Tallulah arrives ready for unexpected fun?
Published: 2000
Maisy's Circus Show Pull, Slide and Play!
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy’s circus tricks take a surprising turn—can you discover what happens next?
Maisy's Chinese New Year
by Lucy Cousins
What surprises await Maisy and her friends at the dragon dance?
Maisy Loves Butterflies
by Lucy Cousins
How does a tiny caterpillar become a dazzling butterfly—or vanish in plain sight?
Maisy Goes on a Bike Ride
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy’s thrilling bike ride takes a surprising wobble when friends join her wheeled adventure.
Maisy's Moon Mission: Pull, Slide and Play!
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy and Tallulah blast off for the moon—but what will they discover among the stars?
Maisy's race car
by Lucy Cousins
A speedy race takes an unexpected turn when Tortoise crosses the track—can Tallulah still win?
Maisy goes for an eye test
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy and Ella discover that eye tests are far from boring—but what are those unusual glasses for?
Maisy Goes to Bed
by Lucy Cousins
What surprises await Maisy as bedtime’s familiar routine becomes a fun, flap-filled adventure?
Maisy's Surprise Birthday Party
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy fears everyone’s forgotten her birthday—until a mysterious surprise begins to unfold.
Published: 2021
Maisy's Moon Landing
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy rockets towards the moon, but what will she discover among its mysterious rocks?
Maisy's Fire Engine
by Lucy Cousins
A surprise rooftop meow turns Maisy and Cyril’s splashy fire-engine day into a rescue mission.
Maisy Loves Trees
by Lucy Cousins
What surprising secrets will Maisy uncover among leaves, animals and trees changing through the seasons?
Maisy dresses up
by Lucy Cousins
Maisy tries on surprising costumes—but which one will make her happiest at Tallulah’s party?
Maisy's Garage Pull, Slide and Play!
by Lucy Cousins
Cyril’s car is broken—but can Maisy and friends discover what’s really stopping it?
Maisy's Pool
by Lucy Cousins
On a scorching day, Maisy and friends discover splashing fun in an unexpected place.
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