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Author & Editor Profile
Maggie Testa
3 Books
Maggie Testa is a prolific children's book author and editor who specializes in early readers, board books, and chapter books. She has written numerous popular adaptations and licensed titles for major franchises, including Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Peanuts, and How to Train Your Dragon. Her accessible storytelling is tailored specifically to engage toddlers and preschool-aged children.
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Books in "Olivia"
Olivia is the big sister, and everyone should remember it. Then Father says that Ian may grow taller than she is one day, and suddenly Olivia has a new mission: keep her little brother little. With her usual dramatic confidence, she starts looking for a way to stop Ian from growing. This Level 1 Ready-to-Read adaptation gives children a funny, relatable look at sibling feelings, especially the worry that a family role might change. Short sentences, familiar characters, and a clear emotional problem make the story approachable for developing readers. Olivia’s concern is silly, sincere, and very Olivia, making this a lively choice for fans of family stories with humor.
6-8 Years
Olivia is trusted with an important job: protect the model house her architect father made for a client. That should be simple, until her dog ruins the model and Olivia has to think fast. Rather than only panic, she turns the problem into a chance to build something new. This Olivia Ready-to-Read story combines family, design, and hands-on creativity in a way that feels lively and easy to follow. Young readers can enjoy Olivia’s bold personality while also seeing how mistakes can lead to problem solving. With an architecture theme and a funny household mishap, it is a strong pick for children who like making, building, and imaginative animal characters.
6-8 Years
22 Pages
A dry pond is a serious problem when Olivia, Ian, and Francine are ready for a boat race. Olivia knows exactly what they need: rain. If the clouds will not cooperate, she is determined to help the weather along herself. This Level 1 Olivia story gives new readers a playful mix of big ideas, funny confidence, and simple weather curiosity. As Olivia tries to turn a sunny day into a rainy one, you follow her through a small problem that feels very important when friends are waiting and a race is at stake. Bright, familiar characters and short sentences make this an inviting early reader for children who enjoy spirited animal stories and TV tie-in adventures.
6-8 Years
24 Pages