The Complete Guide to the Kiwi the Cockerpoo Books
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- Jul 11
- 5 min read
If you've recently discovered Kiwi the Cockerpoo, you've just met a dog who is quietly convinced he already understands exactly how the world works.
From Kiwi's point of view, life is wonderfully straightforwa
The only slight difficulty is that people don't always see things the same way.
Every Kiwi story begins with an ordinary situation. Kiwi responds exactly as any sensible dog would, making one perfectly reasonable decision after another. The story doesn't change Kiwi. Instead, the world around him gradually becomes considerably more entertaining.
This guide introduces every book in the Kiwi the Cockerpoo collection, helping you decide where to begin. The stories can be enjoyed in any order, so simply choose the adventure that sounds most like fun.
Do the Books Need to Be Read in Order?
Not at all.
Each Kiwi the Cockerpoo story is a complete adventure with its own beginning, middle and ending. While familiar family members appear throughout the series, every book tells a brand-new story, making it easy for children to start anywhere.
The only thing you can safely predict is that, once Kiwi decides what matters most to him at that particular moment, everyone else is probably in for a more interesting day than they were expecting.
The Kiwi the Cockerpoo Collection
Kiwi has absolutely no desire to spend the day shopping. A quiet walk in the park sounds far more sensible. Unfortunately, when Mum injures her ankle and Dad is left trying to choose the perfect outfit on his own, Kiwi finds himself surrounded by dresses, handbags and an increasingly flustered human. While Dad struggles to make sense of fashion, Kiwi discovers a rather mysterious little old lady who may know more than anyone realises.
Perfect for: Children who enjoy mysteries, funny misunderstandings and unexpected heroes.
Mum is putting the finishing touches to an important painting while Kiwi enjoys a peaceful afternoon snoozing in the sunshine. Unfortunately, sunbeams have an irritating habit of moving. Faced with the entirely reasonable problem of following the warmth, Kiwi makes one simple decision that sends Mum's carefully planned masterpiece in a direction nobody could possibly have predicted.
Perfect for: Creative children who enjoy art, humour and colourful surprises.
A family visit to the local observatory seems like the perfect opportunity for a picnic and an afternoon nap. Unfortunately, the coolest, shadiest place Kiwi can find turns out to be rather more significant than it first appears. One sensible search for somewhere comfortable soon leaves Kiwi unexpectedly involved in an adventure that's quite literally out of this world.
Perfect for: Young explorers who love space, imagination and laugh-out-loud adventures.
The village music festival is full of exciting sights, wonderful smells and far too many distractions. When Kiwi becomes separated from his family, he sensibly decides to wait somewhere safe until they find him. Instead, he stumbles across something that definitely doesn't belong and quietly sets about dealing with it in the only way that makes sense to a cockerpoo.
Perfect for: Children who enjoy mysteries, festivals and clever canine thinking.
Being team mascot sounds like an excellent job, especially when there are sandwiches and cream cakes nearby. Kiwi is far less convinced by the strange human habit of hitting perfectly good balls away instead of fetching them. As the match unfolds, one perfectly sensible attempt to look after something important gradually turns a tense afternoon into a cricket match nobody is ever likely to forget.
Perfect for: Sports fans, dog lovers and children who enjoy humorous adventures.
Christmas Eve should be all about decorations, treats and perhaps a little quiet exploring after everyone has gone to bed. Instead, Kiwi discovers that somebody else is having a rather difficult Christmas night. Joined by a very special old friend, Kiwi finds himself part of a magical festive adventure that reminds us some friendships never really leave us.
Perfect for: Families looking for a magical Christmas story filled with warmth, friendship and hope.
Dad spends an entire afternoon in the kitchen without producing a single sausage. A mysterious new machine appears on top of Kiwi's favourite blanket. Clearly, something unusual is happening. One perfectly reasonable attempt to reclaim his sleeping place soon leaves the family facing a birthday problem they never saw coming.
Perfect for: Birthday celebrations, family reading and children who love funny surprises.
Grandad's arrival is always good news, especially when there's an excellent-looking stick waiting to be investigated. Unfortunately, this particular stick has rather more to it than first meets the eye. Before long, one ordinary afternoon has become a tale involving an owl, a worried chick and a walking stick with a very unexpected talent.
Perfect for: Curious children who enjoy wildlife, adventure and gentle mystery.
Dad decides it's time they both become a little fitter and signs them up for a brand-new exercise class where dogs and owners use matching treadmills. Kiwi isn't entirely convinced by all the running, but the biscuits waiting at the end of the session look much more promising. One determined dash towards a well-earned reward soon leaves the class exercising in ways nobody had originally intended.
Perfect for: Active children who enjoy energetic comedy and plenty of canine chaos.
Which Kiwi Book Should You Read First?
Every Kiwi adventure stands on its own, so there isn't a wrong place to begin.
If your child enjoys solving mysteries, try Kiwi and the Little Old Lady Mystery or Kiwi and the Music Festival Mystery.
If imagination and adventure are favourites, Kiwi's Cosmic Adventure is a wonderful choice.
Creative children often enjoy Kiwi's Artful Adventure, while Kiwi and the Cricket Match and Kiwi Joins the Gym are perfect for youngsters who love sport, action and plenty of laughs.
And when Christmas arrives, Kiwi's Magical Christmas Day brings a little festive magic to bedtime.
More Than Just Stories
Many of Kiwi's adventures are accompanied by free printable activity sheets, giving children another way to enjoy their favourite books through colouring pages, puzzles and other fun activities.
Because every story features the same familiar cockerpoo, children quickly get to know Kiwi and the people around him. Each new adventure feels like spending time with an ol
d friend—one who somehow manages to make ordinary days unexpectedly entertaining.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the books need to be read in order?
No. Every Kiwi story is a complete adventure, so children can begin with whichever one appeals most.
What age are the books suitable for?
The Kiwi the Cockerpoo books are designed as illustrated picture books for families to enjoy together, while also supporting children who are beginning to read more independently.
Are the books available as ebooks?
Yes. The books are available as instant digital downloads from the MyMCB website, with Kindle editions also available.
What makes the Kiwi stories different?
Kiwi never sets out to rescue anyone or solve a mystery. He simply behaves exactly as any normal dog would. The adventure begins because the world around Kiwi reacts to his perfectly sensible dog logic.
Start Your Kiwi Adventure
Whichever story you choose first, one thing is almost guaranteed.
Kiwi will quietly decide what matters most at that particular moment.
Everyone else will simply have to deal with the consequences.
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