Studio Press ISBN 9781787416017 £6.99
Mai and Rose are friends. They love Mrs Bee, their teacher, and do not want to move to their new class and their new teacher. If only they could stay with Miss Bee forever. Coco, Mai’s magic coconut, helps, but things do not turn out as the girls expect. This is an appealing story on an issue that will resonate with many children. There are opportunities to consider change, resilience, being nervous, bravery, growth and friendship, and the impact of wonderful teachers like Mrs Bee. Delightful artwork is enhances the story. I love the expressions on the children’s faces and the wonderful range of stationery on the endpapers. This picture book is a follow-up to the bestselling The Mega Magic Hair Swap, and is highly recommended
Brenda Marshall