compass_rose's review against another edition
4.0
A good installment in the series. Read aloud to the kids to learn more about Leonardo. Some historical details are definitely a bit off, but the idea of his genius and works are there. The book also gives the reader a good basic working knowledge of Florence ca. 1500. All in all, it was fine, especially since we are reading a couple of his biographies alongside it. One of my favorite Magic Tree House books. No bad guys, no scary parts.
garrett01's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
nik_payne's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
beauty1991's review against another edition
5.0
It's always fascinating that Mary always can grasp how the people in other countries and times acted and capture there personality. Especially with Leonardo, Mona Lisa, and Michelangelo.
On to the next!
On to the next!
marlisenicole's review against another edition
4.0
Best MTH book so far.... And my daughter and I have read them all up to this point. I'm glad they get a bit more challenging to read as the child grows up with them. My boys stopped after #28 but I think my daughter is going to collect every last one.