Make-Believe Maximus and His Worrisome

By Deanie Yasner

Waiting can be hard, even for an imaginary friend.

Poor Maximus has lost his best friend.

Now he needs a new buddy. He is trying everything he can think of-until there is nothing left to do but wait and trust. Wait and trust. Wait and trust.

And then...

Meet Maximus, a make-believe friend who looks like an elephant and feels like the perfect companion-until one day, his best friend heads off to school. Left behind and unsure of what comes next, Maximus begins to feel a worrisome worry creeping in. Will he ever find a new friend to share adventures with?

Perfect for children ages 1-6, Make-Believe Maximus and His Worrisome Worry is a tender story about coping with big feelings, navigating loneliness, and discovering the rewards of patience and hope. With beautiful illustrations and a message that resonates with readers young and old, this book is an uplifting choice for bedtime or storytime.

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Fans of heartfelt stories like Ruby Finds a Worry by Tom Percival, The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat, and Waiting by Kevin Henkes will fall in love with Maximus and his unforgettable journey.

Discover Make-Believe Maximus and His Worrisome Worry-a story that reminds us all that the best things are worth waiting for.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1737341042
• ISBN13: 9781737341048
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Golden Alley Press
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.0" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 1 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1