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kelleemoye's review against another edition
5.0
As a mom of 1st grader who loves to read, we are always looking for new early chapter books that will grab his attention and this book is everything we could want. First, it is relatable. The dynamics between the three characters are accurate and just on point. It also deals with real feelings like jealousy and competitiveness. Second, it is about science! Trent is definitely a science loving kid, and adding some science into his books makes him love them more. Third, it is a reflection of the real world (even though they travel to another dimension) because there are a diversity of kids and adults both in looks and behavior. We have already gone to buy the next three in the series, and we cannot wait to see what adventure happens next!
Full review with teaching tools: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=21758
Full review with teaching tools: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=21758
amyteurhour's review against another edition
4.0
I think this would be a very fun science book to read near the end of summer with younger kids to prepare for the new school year. I don't have kids of my own, but I think it would be fun to get this for my friends' kids as they grow older and begin elementary school. I enjoyed the illustrations by Reggie Brown. I wasn't sure if the illustrations would turn out well in the ebook version, but I read it on my phone through the Libby app and they looked great. I agree that this definitely has Magic School Bus vibes. As I was reading, I could definitely imagine this as a PBS Kids cartoon, à la Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum.
I thought that the audiobook narrated by Giordan Diaz was alright, though there were some parts that fell a bit flat. If reading with a kid, I'd recommend a physical copy so you can enjoy the illustrations along with the story.
I thought that the audiobook narrated by Giordan Diaz was alright, though there were some parts that fell a bit flat. If reading with a kid, I'd recommend a physical copy so you can enjoy the illustrations along with the story.
aimee_shmee's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bookworm_baggins's review against another edition
4.0
Read aloud to Gwen and Alec. This is another STEM focused book with a friendship story. There was a lot of science and learning woven into this book - focused on food chains. As much as I liked that aspect, the book felt a little long, a little too wordy at times, not as enjoyable to read aloud as the DATA set series. But it also was a little longer with less pictures. Will give book 2 in this series a try.
ccasavec's review against another edition
4.0
I’m trying to read the 3-5 Sunshine State Readers to be able to give my kids recommendations next school year. This one was a little Magic School Bus-esque!
lisa_rwrmusings's review against another edition
4.0
Good read aloud that's a nice blend of fiction and nonfiction and addresses aspects of social emotional skills.
jes77librarian's review against another edition
5.0
Great early chapter book. Perfect for Magic School Bus and Magic Treehouse fans. #ownvoices author and illustrator. The characters are diverse and focused on social emotional learning as well as Stem activities. There are exploration activities at the end of the book to further learning.
Pablo, violet and Deepak have 120 minutes to complete the maker maze. Can they work through their differences and
Work together to solve the puzzles in time?
Reading interest age 7-10.
Pablo, violet and Deepak have 120 minutes to complete the maker maze. Can they work through their differences and
Work together to solve the puzzles in time?
Reading interest age 7-10.
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