Books Like Where Are Maisy's Friends?
Families who loved Where Are Maisy's Friends? by Lucy Cousins often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Where Are Maisy's Friends? by Lucy Cousins often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your toddler is beginning to experiment with independence and social play but still needs the comforting reassurance that loved ones are always nearby. It is a perfect choice for those high energy afternoons when a child needs a focused, tactile activity to help them settle and concentrate. This interactive lift-the-flap story follows Maisy the mouse as she searches for her animal friends hiding behind everyday objects. The book centers on themes of friendship and the developmental milestone of object permanence. By physically lifting flaps to find characters, children learn that even when someone is out of sight, they haven't disappeared forever. It is an ideal entry point for ages 1 to 3, offering a joyful, low-stakes way to practice patience and problem solving through the familiar lens of a game of hide and seek. Parents will appreciate the sturdy construction and the way it encourages verbal interaction and motor skill development.
