Mary Poppins

Written by P. L. Travers · Illustrated by Mary Shepard

Book #1 in the Mary Poppins series

A magical nanny transforms the lives of two children with extraordinary adventures.

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 143,015 ratings

191 pages· 38,268 words· Est. 5.5 hour read· 840L

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Bookroo's summary

When Mary Poppins arrives at the Banks' doorstep, life for Jane and Michael is never the same. With her magical abilities and whimsical charm, she turns ordinary days into extraordinary adventures. From sliding up banisters to pulling surprises from her carpetbag, Mary Poppins introduces the children to a world where the impossible becomes possible. What wonders will they discover next, and how will their lives change forever? Dive into a tale where magic and reality blend seamlessly, leaving you to wonder what might happen when the wind changes direction again.

From the publisher

An extraordinary English nanny blows in on the East Wind with her parrot-headed umbrella and magic carpetbag and introduces her charges, Jane and Michael, to some delightful people and experiences. Children’s BOMC.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 191
Words: 38,268
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Middle Grade
Lexile: 840L

Themes & topics

Books about imagination Books about nannies Books about habits and behavior Books about London Books about magic

What readers & critics say

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“Each chapter is its own short story Some are really fun But there doesn’t seem to be an overarcing plot. The kids don’t seem to progress, nor Mary Poppons. And it’s kind of hard to see Marry Poppins’ redeeming qualities, or why the kids love her. She’s always so stern with them and others, and her kindness is usually through (playfully?) begrudged actions?”

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