Max's Breakfast

Max and Ruby

by Rosemary Wells

These irresistible Max & Ruby board books will introduce the youngest readers to the beloved bunny pair, who star in their own show on Nick Jr. and Noggin.

In  Max's Breakfast , Ruby tries hard to get Max to eat his breakfast egg.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Food, Fiction, Animals, Kids, Humor

12 pages, Board Book

First published March 18, 1985

About the author

Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Rosemary Wells is an American writer and illustrator of children's books. She often uses animal characters to address real human issues. Some of her most well-known characters are Max & Ruby and Timothy from Timothy Goes To School (both were later adapted into Canadian-animated preschool television series, the former’s airing on Nickelodeon (part of the Nick Jr. block) and the latter’s as part of PBS Kids on PBS).

Reviews

[Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had to get this one via Interlibrary Loan and ended up receiving what appears to be the earliest edition of this book (Dial Books, 1985). The color palette and illustrations in the later editions appear to be slightly altered - but I am glad I received the older edition because it's beautiful! Oh, Max. Eat your egg :)

[Khari · Rating 3 out of 5]

Max is a smart, smart boy.

This was an engaging story, it had plot, and character growth and was universally applicable. There are always kids who don't want to eat something, and the shenanigans both they and the person attempting to feed them go through are myriad.

That being said, it was just okay for me. Not great, not bad, just okay.

Story: Funny
Art: Not bad
Price: 7.99

[Meredith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ruby insists that Max eat his egg before he can have strawberries.

Max and Ruby engage in a contest of wills over breakfast. Ruby is determined to get Max to eat his egg, and Max is equally determined not to. Max attempts to trick Ruby as she tries to cajole him into eating his breakfast, but this time it's Max who gets the last laugh.

Both children and caregivers may have experienced similar mealtime struggles and will be able to relate to the storyline.

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

You might not believe this, but this board book actually had a twist at the end that I didn't really see coming! lol The story follows Max and his sister Ruby at breakfast. Max doesn't want to eat his egg, and Ruby is doing her best to convince him to do so. Oh yeah, and they're both bunnies. So cute illustrations.

[Kitty · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m actually a fan of max and ruby though max is a conniving toddler and Ruby’s a b*tch. There’s always a lot of plot and humor too for the 30 words- it takes 2 minutes to read.

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

Max doesn't want to eat his egg. Ruby tries to make him, but in the end eats it herself.

[Molly · Rating 2 out of 5]

Max's sister Ruby tries to get him to eat his egg at breakfast. I know it is a board book but it is kind of boring.

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[Jon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wells' Max and Ruby books are consistent winners. Never in any amazing way, but they do their work well. Efficient, concise, slightly goofy, thoroughly engaging. Not bad at all. Rowan approves.

[Johanna Florez · Rating 3 out of 5]

As an adult human, I would expect offering an over-easy egg to a three-year-old to go about this well.

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books have all become very well known, and I understand why. The cute storyline along with the appealing pictures intrigue children of many different ages. In this particular Max and Ruby story, Rosemary Wells writes about Max and his sister, Ruby, during breakfast time. This is a good story to read with young children, such as preschool. However, I would also suggest this book for young readers who are trying to learn how to read better. The content is good for many ages and the vocabulary is not too difficult. I think many different students would enjoy this book, along with many of the other Max and Ruby stories.

[Melanie, Aaron, Annie, and Mary Project · Rating 5 out of 5]

Max’s Breakfast
By Rosemary Wells
Illustrated By Rosemary Wells
Grade Levels: PreK-K
DRA/Lexile Measure/GLE: n/a
Reviewed By Aaron Carter

Max’s Breakfast is about Max’s dislike for eggs and his antics to avoid eating one for breakfast. He wants strawberries; however, his sister, Ruby, tells him that he must eat his egg first. The storyline is quite funny, with illustrations adding to the humor. Because of the simple sentence structure and use of repetition, this would be a good option for the beginning reader.

[Sonya Feher · Rating 4 out of 5]

So, we know we're not supposed to make food into an if you eat this then you'll be treated with that scenario, but boy is it fun to watch Max hide his egg as he attempts to eat strawberries. Cavanaugh chants "Bad egg" right along with Max.

[Tdavis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a simple true to life story about eating breakfast (or not eating breakfast). Funny and cute—children (and parents) will relate.

Early Literacy Skills:

Narrative Skills
Print Motivation
Vocabulary

[jacky · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'd seen this story already on the TV show because we used to be avid Max and Ruby watchers when it was on at a different time. The episode follows the book very closely. As usual, Ruby is in charge of something that an older sister shouldn't be, and Max gets his way. But, its still cute.

[Shala Howell · Rating 2 out of 5]

Reasonable choice for a one-off read to my daughter. Wouldn't want it in my permanent collection though.

[Christi · Rating 1 out of 5]

ruby's treatment of max drives me bonkers

[Rachel Coyne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gentle, clever and true to life.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wonder if older sibs like the Max books better? I was an oldest sister and really, really identify with Ruby. My kids adored these books.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short, funny, and sure to be appreciated by young obstinate/picky eaters.

[Charlie Beck · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ruby tries to get Max to eat breakfast but it's tough going.

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is about the attention span of my 6-month old.

[Erin Gruber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Check out Rosemary Wells' other books

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