Tim and Pip plant seeds. How big will they grow. Tab is stuck in the tree. Who will get him down. Maverick early readers are a bright, attractive range of leveled books covering 10 levels, from the pink to white bands. The colour banding system allows an emerging reader to track their progression through the reading levels and develop their reading skills. From basic stories using phonics and high-frequency words, to Chapter books, The maverick readers are a great way to start your child’s reading journey.