Book Series · 3 Books

Max's Words Books

In order from Max's Words to Max's Math.

Max's Words
Max's Castle
Max's Math
Max's Words
Max's Math
Max's Words
Max's Castle
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Max's Words
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Max's Words

By Kate Banks, Boris Kulikov (Illustrator)

Max collects words, transforming them into stories, while his brothers hoard stamps and coins.

32 pages
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Summary: Max feels left out as his brothers boast about their stamp and coin collections. Determined to create something unique, Max starts collecting words from newspapers and magazines. As his collection grows, spilling into the hallway, Max discovers the power of words to craft stories. While his brothers count their treasures, Max's pile of words becomes something far more valuable. Can Max's creativity outshine his brothers' collections? Dive into this tale of ingenuity and discover how a simple word can spark endless imagination.
In reading order

Max's Words Series

3 books · Published 2006–2015

#1

Max's Words

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Max collects words, transforming them into stories, while his brothers hoard stamps and coins.

#3

Max's Castle

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Max turns forgotten toys into a thrilling adventure with pirates and dragons.

#4

Max's Math

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Three brothers solve a mystery of missing shapes and numbers on a journey to Shapeville.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Max's Words series?

There are 3 books in the Max's Words series. It began with Max's Words in 2006, and the newest book, Max's Math, was published in 2015.

What order should you read the Max's Words books in?

Start with Max's Words and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Max's Words books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Max's Words to life.

01

Kate Banks

Author
02

Boris Kulikov

Illustrator

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