This book is perfect.
I pre-read books for my son & daughter because so many just aren’t a great influence. This book is like striking gold—AND it’s part of a 10-book series that is currently being written so we have 7 more to look forward to, AND my kids get the thrill of anticipating the next release—that’s rare!! I plan to make each release date a family event!
Here’s what sets this book series apart:
-The main characters are ones I want my kids reading about: they are kind, smart & brave.
-These kids are tired of their friends back home always being sucked into video games or only playing on their phones. The author downplays electronics a bit, but by making it cool to do so.
-There is an element of the fantastical, but only in the adventure—the setting, history, geology, outdoor skills, etc. are all very real. And that is AWESOME because while I’m a huge fan of the “boy wizard” books, for example, they leave kids wanting to learn more about that world—which is fun—but THIS series leaves readers wanting to learn more about mysteries in archaeology and history and the marvels of geology and nature!! Which is even MORE fun because it’s REAL(!!!) and places they can potentially explore.
-The parents are good people. And aren’t dead. That is so rare in kids books! It’s refreshing to read about parents being kind role models who trust their kids, and kids being respectful in return.
-The mystery is fresh, surprising and clever and absolutely a page-turner!! All while avoiding anything too scary, and certainly nothing gory or creepy. Hooray! (This is also a plus for adult readers who like mystery but not gore or horror)!
-The illustrations are a gift—a visual glimpse into the national parks, as well as something middle-grade chapter book readers aren’t usually treated to.
-The information at the end of each book is such a treat, because you don’t want the book to end, and that section gives you more to explore and learn about until the next release date! (Encouraging the skill of self-motivated learning! Yes!!!)
I’m so thankful to the author for this unique gift to kids (and adults)!
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Discover Hidden Locations in the Grand Canyon."Twists and turns just like the trails down the canyon." - Chandra K., Colorado |
Over 50 Illustrations Drawn by the Author."We devoured this book as soon as it came out. The whole family was on the edge of our seats for the entire adventure." - Zimpleman Family, South Carolina |
History Meets Mystery on an Adventure"Where can you find a book that appeals to ages 7-107, holds you enthralled while teaching you along the way, and is just plain fun to read? Right here!" - Cindy A., Colorado |
About the author
Fantastically engaging outdoor mystery for kids, enjoyed by adults
Our children (6 & 7.75yo) have both been excitedly waiting for the release of the 3rd book in this series (and rereading books #1 and #2 several times each in the mean time). When it arrived last night we dove right in reading several chapters at bedtime. The author does a great job making the story accessible for kids as young as 6 to listen to, while the mystery is still complex enough to be interesting to everyone - including the adults. The national park setting is fantastic to connect with if you have every visited any park and these stories will create dreams to travel to these specific parks. I was warned some children have stayed up all night reading these. Luckily our nearly 8yo managed to sleep all night but woke up at 6AM and immediately immersed himself in the Grand Canyon (see photo) until I dragged him out for breakfast. My only complaint is now I have to catch up on chapters 5-10 myself!I give my strongest recommendation of these books for any kids 6 and over. You will enjoy reading them to the younger ones, and hearing all about them from the older. As an independently published book that just came out, there are a few tiny typo kind of errors here and there, but they do not take away from the very well written and thought out mystery narrative and connected riddles. Glad we can expect 7 more books in this series and the excitement will build all the way to Yellowstone and Grand Teton which basically the backyard for our family!!Very glad I ordered two copies so that each child could read in bed and at their own pace. Will be glad to have an extra to loan to friends and classmates when we finish them for a 3rd or 4th time also.
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