Meet Max, the boy whose inventions come to life, in this colour-illustrated early reader by acclaimed author, Linda Chapman. Perfect for children learning to read.

Max loves making models - he makes robots, aliens and spaceships, all out of paper, card and glue. But these are no ordinary models - Max has a magic switch that make his models come to life!

And when a messy monster, an evil wheelie bin and ninja sheep start causing trouble, Max's amazing models might just save the day!

The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It's the first step towards a lasting love of reading.

Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories.

* Clear type

* Up to 8 lines per page

* Bright, appealing pictures for added interest

* A variety of sentence structures

* A wider range of vocabulary

* Strong themes and characters to discuss

All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children's reading.

Book band: Orange