Review: Another Amazing Trip for Summer
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 8, 2014
What a lovely concept! Exploring London through the eager eyes (and indeed, all five senses) of two children chaperoned by their wise and learned grandmother, against the background of fun and intrigue.  What an awesome way to spend the summer holidays!  This Amazing Summer Series promises great educational adventure for kids of all ages…and adults too.  I learnt a thing or two about London and found the trip quite fascinating.  Well done D.R. Tara.  This book, Say What Now About London  and indeed, the entire series should keep avid readers stimulated for the summer and beyond.Central to the story is Grandma Powers whose name hints at their mysterious mode of travel.  Is she a super hero in disguise?  She is also the repository of the wide body of knowledge displayed on the trip.  Who better to accompany the children than someone old enough to personally relate to the historical, cultural and other facts and trivia that they are exposed to?  Grandma Powers is the best tour guide ever!  By the end of summer, Allie and Brandon will be well versed on several topics that will come in handy at school.This children’s picture book provides the added visual stimulation that kids rely on to bring the story to life.  Young readers will be excited to go on this London holiday with Allie and Brandon; to ‘hear the chiming of Big Ben’; to ride on one of London’s notary transportation, the double decker bus; not to mention the thrill of seeing the home of real kings, queens, princes and princesses; and learning the origin of the term ‘changing of the guard.’This is the trio’s third rip on this exciting series of adventure not just for summer but for all seasons; and its educational value makes it timeless. In addition, Tara’s wisdom in telling the story in the context of secrecy, adds the right touch of mystery to intrigue the reader in not only flipping the pages of this book, but looking forward to the others in the series. “Something was definitely going on and it was only a matter of time before he found out”Kids can look forward to a great summer with Allie and Brandon and share in their excitement as they ask “Hey Grandma Powers, where are we going next?”