Maya & Marley and the Great Big Tidy Up by Laura Henry-Allain (author) and Yabaewah Scott (illustrator)

WINNER OF THE TEACH EARLY YEARS AWARD 2025

“Join Maya and Marley on their Great Big Tidy Up where they show us how with a little bit of effort we can all make our communities joyous, clean and safe spaces. This is a wonderfully inspiring tale that shows children just how empowered they can be.”

Joseph Coelho OBE, Children’s Laureate 2022-2024

“Where children’s books are concerned, Laura sets the standard.”
Patrick Hutchinson

Siblings Maya and Marley are ready to take charge and make a change in this award-winning picture book by Laura Henry-Allain, creator of JoJo & Gran Gran!

“I’m wondering, I’m wondering… we need to have a great big tidy up!”

Maya and Marley live in their very own adventure playground with Mum, Dad and their cheeky pet goats, Lou and Chou. When the playground becomes overrun with litter, Maya and Marley decide it’s time to get tidying. But clearing up a whole playground is a big job – will anyone else come along to help with the great big tidy-up?

A warm and joyful picture book from bestselling author, Laura Henry-Allain, that promotes empathy, community and caring for the world around you.