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In the quest to stop superbugs destroying all the apple trees in the world, Alba must get the last apple pip to her dad. In doing so, she comes up against a big dog - as big as a bus to 10cm-tall Alba. Book #3
Quick Summary
If your kid loves the idea of being super small in a giant world, Alba is the heroine they've been waiting for she's only 10 centimeters tall, which makes everyday things like a regular dog absolutely terrifying (this one's literally as big as a bus to her!). The story has this fun balance of adventure and mild danger that keeps kids on their toes without being too intense, and at just 315 words, even the most reluctant readers can power through it in one sitting. It's the third book in the series, so if your child falls in love with Alba's tiny adventures, there's more to explore afterward. Parents will appreciate that it sneaks in some light science themes about ecosystems and problem-solving, all wrapped up in a quest that feels genuinely urgent to kids. The humor comes through in how Alba uses her small size to her advantage, which gives kids a little confidence boost too. If your reader enjoyed "The Magic Finger" by Roald Dahl or any books about shrunken kids, they'll likely gravitate toward Alba right away.