The Marvelous Transformations of Ms. Mary Utkina

Text by Masha Rupasova, illustrated by Yulya Sidneva

A page-turner chapter book for children preparing to start school or who have recently begun their educational journey. 13,000 copies sold in one year!

Seven is a serious age. At seven, a child must decide: should they go to school or head straight to work? Seven-year-old Ms. Mary Utkina was set on finding a job — first as a veterinarian, then as an astronaut. However, the animal clinic told her she must finish school and university first. And as for a tiny spacesuit, she was still too small for that. So, Marya had no choice but to agree to go to school.
Ahead of her lay huge, life-changing events, but with one month left before the school year began, there was still time for adventure. A month filled with new friendships, bike rides, snowball games, secret agent missions, and, of course, endless trampoline jumps — because you need to jump enough for a lifetime before school starts. After all, by the time you finish school, you might feel like a little old lady!
This book is full of humor, warmth, mischief, and most importantly, love and support — something we all need.

KEY SELLING POINTS
  • A supportive reading for children preparing to start school or adjusting to their new educational journey.
  • A cozy, feel-good story, perfect for readers who enjoy kind and sincere tales.
  • Appeals to both children and parents, offering a shared reading experience that fosters connection and discussion about starting school and facing new challenges.
  • The book beautifully portrays the trusting and sensitive bond between Marya and her father.

Chapter book
Age: 6+
Pages: 96
Size: 170*240 mm
Published in 2024 by Alpina Kids

Another title by the same author is AMBISHWALF. A STORY OF ONE ANIMAL.

Other titles by the same illustrator:
HAVE YOU SEEN A WIZARD?
THE WINTER PAINTER
QUARTET TALES
MY PET ICEBERG
THE MUSIC OF MY WOODPECKER
TEO IS A THEATRE CAPTAIN
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