Maisy Drives the Bus [Paperback]

Lucy Cousins (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2000 | Age Level: 2 and up | Series: Maisy

In this brand-new adventure familiar to children who watch Maisy on Nick Jr., Maisy and her friends act out the lively adventures young children have—or dream of having—every day. In MAISY DRIVES THE BUS, Maisy visits each bus stop to pick up passengers. Who's waiting at the stops? Preschool fans will be thrilled to climb aboard for the ride and find out. Here's another very good reason to be crazy for Maisy!

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

"Brmm, Brmm!" What's Maisy up to today? This sweet mouse is driving a bus! Hop aboard for a ride to stops 1 through 5. Maisy picks up Cyril the squirrel, Little Black Cat, Tallulah the duck, and Eddie the elephant. "Hooray! There's room for everyone."

Maisy's countless fans have followed her through many other gentle adventures, including Maisy Goes Swimming and Happy Birthday Maisy. Lucy Cousins creates an endearing and easy-to-read tale of this charming mouse, with large print, bold colors, and thickly outlined pictures of Maisy and her friends. An unobtrusive introduction to numbers takes a back seat to a simple, humorous story. (Baby to preschool) --Emilie Coulter --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Maisy's fans will not be disappointed by either of these titles. In Bus, a simple concept book, the little mouse proves to be a very responsible driver. At each of the first four stops, she picks up an animal friend. At the fifth, she drops them all off, making sure she doesn't leave anyone behind. While Maisy Takes a Bath, Tallulah, a chicken, impatiently waits for her friend to come out and play. Eventually, she hops right into the tub with Maisy. The protagonist has a charming personality with plenty of sparkle. Both books feature bright colors; clearly defined, recognizable objects; and lots of repetition. Great fun for storytimes and lap sharing.
Susan Marie Pitard, Weezie Library for Children, Nantucket Atheneum, MA
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Paperback: 24 pages
• Publisher: Candlewick (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763610852
• ISBN-13: 978-0763610852
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.1 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #47,391 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #9 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators, A-Z > ( C ) > Cousins, Lucy
  • #9 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Popular Characters > Book Characters > Maisy
  • #64 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Science, Nature & How It Works > Transportation

More About the Author

Lucy Cousins is the creator of many wonderful picture books for children, including Yummy: My Favourite Nursery Stories and Hooray for Fish! , as well as her bestselling books about Maisy the mouse. About I'm the Best, she says, "I had the idea for this book after winning a tennis competition. I loved telling all my friends and family about it, but then I realized that I was probably showing off, like Dog!" Lucy Cousins lives in Hampshire with her partner, four children and very fluffy dog.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 * Going Mobile, January 29, 2003

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M. Allen Greenbaum (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maisy Drives The Bus (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Maisy Books) (School & Library Binding)

"Maisie [the mouse] is driving her bus today. Who will be waiting at Bust Stop Number 1?" That's the beginning of this delightful tale for very small fry. The pictures are bright and uncluttered, and the book features some elementary counting. There's an element of surprise as Maisy picks up passengers at bus stops 1 through 5: Will there be room for Eddie the elephant? For toddlers and younger, a fun and colorful introduction to reading.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Maisy the Bus Driver, January 9, 2004

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James Sadler (Plano, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maisy Drives the Bus (Paperback)

If you are the parent of a young child, you probably know who Maisy is. She's a mouse with a duck, a squirrel, an elephant, and a crocodile for friends. Why the crocodile isn't trying to eat the others is beyond me, but that's life in Maisy's world.

Both of my daughters love the Maisy books; there's something about their simple stories and colorful pictures that even appeals to adults. The books are short and easy to read. But, the stories are never obnoxiously simplistic, like so many other books for small children.

Maisy's working today driving the bus. Who'll be waiting to board at each stop? And will Eddie the Elephant manage to fit on the bus?

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great!, August 30, 2009

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A. Furr "Mommy & Teacher" (Escondido, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maisy Drives the Bus (Paperback)

We love Maisy Drives the Bus! We've read Maisy stories to my son since we brought him home. He is three now and still loves the stories about her. He is a car guy too, so this book was perfect.