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Name: Max Counts His Chickens
Author: Rosemary Wells

📘 Max Counts His Chickens by Rosemary Wells

When the sun rises on Easter morning, Ruby excitedly unearths ten fluffy marshmallow chicks the Easter Bunny has hidden around the house. While Ruby gapes in delight, Max is already suspicious and ready to race for the prize. Seeing the growing tension, Grandma quickly thinks of a clever solution that will ensure Max has a fair chance to win the egg hunt. In this charming, picture‑rich tale, the characters learn about sharing, cleverness, and the joys of a family Easter celebration. Illustrated with colorfully playful scenes, "Max Counts His Chickens" encourages children to count, share, and enjoy the excitement of a holiday where imagination and fairness meet.

First publish date: 2007

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Rosemary Wells

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