Maya & Marley and the New Friend

Welcome to Grove Adventure Playground, where everyone is welcome!

Brother and sister Maya & Marley live in Grove Adventure Playground with Mum, Dad and their cheeky pet goats, Lou and Chou.

It's the day of the big community lunch, and the playground is busy with friends and neighbours, all arriving with tasty dishes to share. But among the crowd of excited guests, Maya and Marley spot a new face – one that looks worried and shy. Can Maya and Marley find a way to make this new friend feel welcome?

A warm and joyful picture book that celebrates empathy, friendship and community, written by award-winning, bestselling author Laura Henry-Allain MBE, creator of JoJo and Gran Gran.

Don't miss Maya & Marley and the Great Big Tidy Up, winner of the Teach Early Years Award 2025!

About Laura Henry-Allain MBE

Laura Henry-Allain MBE is an award-winning international producer, storyteller, educationalist and consultant. She is the creator of the well-loved JoJo and Gran Gran characters, developed and produced by CBeebies and is the series' associate producer. She is also executive producer on a few shows that are currently in development, including Daddio & Co.
Details
  • Imprint: Ladybird
  • ISBN: 9780241624067
  • Length: 32 pages
  • Dimensions: 250mm x 4mm x 249mm
  • Weight: 194g
  • Price: £7.99
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