The Mystery of the Gold Coin (1) (Greetings from Somewhere) Paperback – January 7, 2014

My kids love this adorable book! We read it in one sitting. This series is now my 7 year olds favorite!!!!! I got this to read along with geography with our homeschool just to have a fun story from wherever place we were learning about. Best decision ever!

My son read this for his 3rd grade book report. It was a quick read and he really enjoyed it. I would highly recommend this book and others in this series.

I will add this to my school library. I think it will be a conversation starter for geography.

My son has begun this series (read 1 & 2) and enjoys these mysteries, surrounded by information about geography, culture, and trivia of other people and places. However, the "lies of omission" are upsetting to him. The children never tell their parents about their mystery-solving activities, and their Grandpa is an accomplice to this cover up. What are you trying to teach youngsters -- that it is okay not trust your parents? That your parents are too "dumb" to understand what is going on? That you do not need to respect your parents? That you can disobey your parents as long as you can get away with it? I am going to let my son continue in this series, at least for a while, from our library, but with reservations. Nor would I recommend this author to a friend. I would suggest that the author re-evaluate this aspect of her writing. Children's authors can have such an impact on the minds and lives of their readers. They should considered it a privilege to have their words "devoured" by these youngsters, and a duty to do them right by their work.

I bought this because we love the Recipe for Adventure series of books by Giada De Laurentis. The story lines are nice but the reading level is at a level just a little bit lower than what we needed(2nd-3rd grade level).

Although very bright, my 8-year old daughter read only when instructed to do so and for the exact minimum time. She read Book 3 first due to her interest in Paris and is very much interested in completing the series. She read book 4 second, then book 1...all within 10 days. She reads on the drive to school and during recess and lunch. She asked for a book light so she could read in the car on evenings.Couldn't find 2, 8 & 9 here so I ordered online from Amazon.I got her to underline words she did not know... she's matching the cover colour with the colour pencil. So we discuss the pronunciation and meaning. She also summarizes the stories verbally for me.Wished it sold as set/sets. But still reasonably priced.So we have 1-9. Got 1-3 "Race the Wild".... Both educational books for children with international span. Looking into "Critters Club" as she loves animals. Don't want to be without the next read.

This book was perfect for my five year old reluctant reader. The mysteries in these books are just right to keep him interested and even begging me to read at least one more chapter. My three year old daughter loves them too and the periodic illustrations thrill them both.Ethan and Ella are going to be your kids new best friends!

I have twin 8 year old boys and they love this series. We read together daily and are just finishing book 3. Holds their attention - it is hard for me to find a series they both enjoy, too.