We’ve just returned home from a fabulous trip to Walt Disney World (aren’t they all?), and Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World For Kids 2011 was my 6 1/2 year old son’s go-to companion.
This book was in our goodie bag when I checked in for the Disney Social Media Moms conference* last week.
Kyle loved browsing through this book in the evenings while we were at our hotel and in the mornings when his eyes popped open before the rest of ours did. The book is divided into sections organized by park and is full of eye-catching pictures, graphics, sidebar text boxes and more. Kyle spent a LOT of time reading this book and then sharing the facts he learned, such as which rides were ranked the highest by kids or why he shouldn’t ever have to ride Space Mountain again (because even the book describes it as “dark and scary”).
Kyle reading his book on the shuttle to the park
I asked Kyle what he liked about this book and what other kids might like about it. He cited the autograph section, the information about Hidden Mickeys (a few tips on where to look on certain rides or in some areas of different parks), and “how it tells you about each ride.”
In addition to Kyle’s endorsement, I give it the mom-approved seal as well. Any book that has my highly proficient yet not-so-motivated boy choosing to read it over and over again at all times of the day gets my strong recommendation.
*Disclosure: As mentioned above, I received this book and many other products and services and perks which went above and beyond the conference fee I paid for the Disney Social Media Moms conference. My opinions are my own, and I was not told what to say or even that I had to say anything at all about my experience.
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Jennifer Donovan never thought she’d be a yearly Disney-goer, but she and her family treasure the Disney experiences they’ve had the last two years. She blogs about travel (when she can manage it) and more at Snapshot.
We just realized we have almost enough frequent flier miles to get the 4 of us to Disney so we’re looking at spending Thanksgiving/Zach’s birthday down there. This sounds like the perfect book for Alex! Oh and when we were talking about the potential trip tonight, the first ride he mentioned was Space Mountain. He hated it the first time he rode it but he’s old now, doncha know. 🙂
This would entice my “highly proficient, yet not-so-motivated” little boy to read as well! Since I have lived in CA and expect to move back, I was happy to also find this: http://www.amazon.com/Birnbaums-Disneyland-Resort-Birnbaum-Travel/dp/1423123778
I’ll have to use it next time I’m in Southern California, and I’ll definitely use your recommendation if we somehow get to Disneyworld!
Yeah, anything that motivates reading works in my book. It will be a challenge for me to find books like that for Kyle, because Amanda would read novels, which are much easier (as far as sitting down and reading for an hour).
I was hoping Paige might be able to read enough of that book next time we go. I love the adult book as well. Good to know that kids like it!
I have your book! I think I set it aside to give to your parents, so I’m glad you reminded me. Do you have your next trip planned??
We actually bought the Birnbaum WDW for Kids book immediately after our last trip. It turned out to be a great way to look back on an amazing trip and remember all the fun we had. Plus, a lot of the pictures were better than mine.
That’s a great idea too, Michele.
We’re planning a trip now, so this looks like a must-read for my girls!