In this "hilarious tale about canine care" (Kirkus Reviews), Maya, her best friend Lily, and their energetic new puppy Waggers stay with Uncle Puddin' Head, who is obsessed with keeping his lawn perfectly pristine. Unfortunately, Waggers' bathroom habits are anything but lawn-friendly! To avoid trouble-and her worst fear-Maya sneaks Waggers into the wacky neighbors' yards, unleashing chaos in a community that isn't exactly welcoming to this spirited team of outsiders. Filled with laugh-out-loud moments and valuable life lessons, this "delightful story" (The Book Commentary) teaches kids that with friendship, responsibility, and a little courage, no problem is too big-or messy-to handle.
Why Parents and Kids Will Love Maya and Waggers: - Laugh-Out-Loud Humor: Maya and Waggers' antics provide plenty of fun and laughter, keeping readers entertained throughout.
- Exciting Adventures: The action-packed plot keeps readers hooked, with surprising twists and fun-filled escapades.
- Heartwarming Friendship: Maya's bond with her best friend and Waggers highlights the joys of friendship.
- Valuable Life Lessons: Through her adventures, Maya learns about responsibility, independence, courage, and caring for pets, wrapped in an engaging and relatable story.
- Community and Understanding: Maya learns about the challenges and importance of understanding different viewpoints, teaching readers the value of empathy and community.
Praise for Maya and Waggers #1: I Have to Scoop What?
My daughter begged me to keep reading! Highly recommend.
- Parent
This is most definitely not a bed time story - too much laughing and fun! It's one of my daughter's favorites now.
- Parent
A hilarious tale about canine care. This series opener starring Maya deftly captures the childhood spirit that comes with owning a dog. It does a remarkable job of teaching responsibility in an amusing way.
- Kirkus Reviews
Highly recommended! Children will not only laugh and enjoy reading Maya and Waggers, but will learn a lot about responsibility, making connections, having fun, and choices... A cute story with relatable text and characters that are curious and relevant... A quick and enjoyable read with laugh-out-loud moments.
- Reader Views
A light-hearted and enjoyable read that offers a nuanced perspective on young pet ownership, balancing the responsibilities with the intrinsic joy pets bring into our lives... The book's humor is subtle yet effective, keeping readers engaged and chuckling from start to finish. Kosmos's ability to channel a child's viewpoint makes this book a delightful addition to children's literature.
- Literary Titan
Maya and Waggers #1: I Have To Scoop What?
Maya and Waggers #2: MEGA GOSSIP