Maya’s Story
Maya’s Story by Christine Heppermann, published by HarperCollins on June 26, 2018, is an illustrated addition to the Backyard Witch series, featuring 192 pages in English. This book follows Maya, a dedicated student preparing for her school spelling bee, who faces unexpected challenges on the day of the competition. With the help of her friends and the enigmatic Ms. M, a witch who appears when needed, Maya navigates her disappointment and discovers the magic of friendship and imagination.
Readers will find a delightful blend of fantasy and social themes as Maya’s journey unfolds. The story introduces an imaginary chicken and a library poltergeist, adding layers of whimsy to the narrative. Short chapters paired with striking black-and-white illustrations by Deborah Marcero make this book accessible and engaging for young middle grade readers. Maya’s Story is a charming exploration of resilience and camaraderie, perfect for fans of imaginative tales.
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The third book of the Backyard Witch series stars a spelling bee almost-champion, an imaginary chicken, and Ms. M, the mysterious witch who always appears when you need her.
From acclaimed authors Christine Heppermann and Ron Koertge, this fun-filled friendship story is just right for fans of Ivy + Bean, Dory Fantasmagory, and Clementine.
Maya has been preparing for the school spelling bee F-O-R-E-V-E-R. She spells every unusual word she hears and even enlists her best friends, Sadie and Jess, to help her practice. But on the day of the bee, something terrible happens—Maya loses. To Sadie.
Enter Ms. M, who is substituting for the school librarian. Ms. M always knows just how to make everyone feel better . . . but she also always brings a little mischief. This time it involves a library poltergeist and an imaginary chicken!
Short chapters filled with illustrator Deborah Marcero’s striking, lively black-and-white illustrations make the Backyard Witch series a must-have for young middle grade readers.
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