Like the other books in this series, it was an educational read, with lot's of information about the area and its history. However, all the books seem to follow the same pattern and is kind of predictable. This one, to its credit, did step it up a bit and was exciting. However, I don't understand why the culprit leaves clues. Every villain seems like he is trying to get caught.
The main characters, Grant and Christina, are visiting Jamestown and meet an archaeologist, who is suspected of stealing some bones from the site that he is working at. Grant and Christina, along with the archaeologist's son, and a girl they meet in Jamestown, have to clear his name. And convince their grandparents to let them keep their new puppy.
If this is the first book of the series that the reader has read, I think they'll enjoy it. If not, they could probably guess the ending.
Showing posts with label mystery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mystery. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Monday, July 16, 2012
The Mystery at Mount Vernon
This book is part of the Real Kids, Real Places series by Carol Marsh. It gives kids the chance to learn more about George Washington, especially his life when he was not president. The kids in the story follow clues that seem to lead them to what seems to be previously unfound fake teeth from George Washington. The fact that it was about weird trivia will appeal to kids.
The ending was not predictable, but to be honest, I assumed it would play out to be some kind of joke. I think the book needed more of a sense of urgency. The ending also kind of felt too much like a Scooby Doo ending.
However, the information they provided was good, and more than just what you usually hear. I could see how kids would especially enjoy it if their family was planning a trip to Mount Vernon or had just gotten back.
The ending was not predictable, but to be honest, I assumed it would play out to be some kind of joke. I think the book needed more of a sense of urgency. The ending also kind of felt too much like a Scooby Doo ending.
However, the information they provided was good, and more than just what you usually hear. I could see how kids would especially enjoy it if their family was planning a trip to Mount Vernon or had just gotten back.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
The Giggling Ghost: Girl Scout Mystery
The Giggling Girl Scout takes place in Savannah, Georgia. Young Girl Scouts have gathered to celebrate 100 years of scouting. This is a book that I was really excited about.
The main characters in the book are following clues that lead them to all the places that girl scouts over the years have frequented, and are important to the history of Girl Scouting. After they find each clue they hear giggling. They're older cousin, a veteran in solving mysteries, doesn't take them seriously.
The thing about this book is that it will appeal to a wide range. It's not scary, so younger readers will enjoy it, but the mystery is hard to figure out and not predictable. It's also a great way to learn more about Girl Scouting, and Savannah, Georgia, while still being fun.
The main characters in the book are following clues that lead them to all the places that girl scouts over the years have frequented, and are important to the history of Girl Scouting. After they find each clue they hear giggling. They're older cousin, a veteran in solving mysteries, doesn't take them seriously.
The thing about this book is that it will appeal to a wide range. It's not scary, so younger readers will enjoy it, but the mystery is hard to figure out and not predictable. It's also a great way to learn more about Girl Scouting, and Savannah, Georgia, while still being fun.
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