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Maggie Sparks Books

In order from Maggie Sparks and the Swimming Pool Sharks to Maggie Sparks and the School of Slime.

The Maggie Sparks series is a set of 4 picture books by Steve Smallman, published between 2021 and 2025. Written for ages 4–10, most books run about 110 pages.

Maggie Sparks and the Swimming Pool Sharks
Maggie Sparks and the Monster Baby
Maggie Sparks and the Fang-tastic Fairground
Maggie Sparks and the School of Slime
Maggie Sparks and the Swimming Pool Sharks
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First Book in the Series

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Maggie Sparks Series

4 books · Published 2021–2025

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How many books are in the Maggie Sparks series?

There are 4 books in the Maggie Sparks series. It began with Maggie Sparks and the Swimming Pool Sharks in 2022, and the newest book, Maggie Sparks and the School of Slime, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Maggie Sparks books in?

Start with Maggie Sparks and the Swimming Pool Sharks and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.

What ages are the Maggie Sparks books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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