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Watch Out for These Books!

September 24, 2010 by Dawn

At 5 Minutes for Books, we are proud to feature books across many genres for children and adults. This week is all about highlighting children’s books, but if you’re more a novel reader, why don’t you check out some of the most recent Fiction reviews?

Read the anchor post to find all of the Fall Festival of Children’s Books reviews and see how you can get involved as well.

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It’s DK time again! If you haven’t had the pleasure of perusing one of DK’s many, many nonfiction books, you’re definitely missing out on a fact- and fun-filled experience. Two of their latest releases, geared for ages ten and up, stand out for their varied, and certainly memorable, subject matters!

If the shiny silver title and skull and crossbones on the cover of Danger! aren’t enough of a warning, the message Open with Extreme Caution should surely be heeded. Trust me, I spent an hour one evening reading through these pages, and I learned things I never expected to know. As a thirty-something year old mom, I can say that it might have been better if I had NOT read the chapter entitled “Nature’s Nasties,” but hopefully I won’t become a complete germaphobe as a result. However, my ten year old son is gaga over this book, being a ten year old boy and all. Danger definitely abounds here, whether its in the stories of ruthless leaders from long ago or the freaky pictures of creatures from the deep. Like many other DK titles, the topics covered here are incredibly vast, but the interweaving theme holds it all together.

With a title like This Book Made Me Do It, one might expect another danger-filled tome, but the subtitle Cool things to make, do, and explore clears up that misconception immediately. Quite succinctly, this is a book of unique tricks and projects as widely varied as the many interests of different children. I seriously believe there’s something for everyone here. Musical, artistic and cooking endeavors are addressed, as well as sports and outdoor exploration interests, too. While some projects are as easy and safe as paper airplane building, some others are highlighted with symbols advising extra care, adult cooperation or specific safety advice. I hope to see this book soon covered in sticky note bookmarks at the hands of my son!

In conjunction with our Fall Festival of Children’s Books, we’re happy to offer a giveaway of both Danger! and This Book Made Me Do It. Leave a comment here to be entered, U.S. mailing addresses only, please. The winner will be announced on October 2.

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED.

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Dawn loves when her children are inspired in real-life by the pages of a book. Any related stories to her son’s future adventures resulting from reading these books will be shared on her blog, my thoughts exactly.

Filed Under: 12 and up, Children's Books, Children's Non-fiction, Dawn Tagged With: Fall Festival of Children's Books

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Comments

  1. Angela W. says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:07 am

    This Book Made Me Do It is such a great title. It sounds like the content is equally as good.

  2. Jessica says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:16 am

    My nephew Esteban is 10 and these sound like the perfect books for him! I’m curious bout looking through them too 🙂

  3. katklaw777 says

    September 24, 2010 at 7:43 am

    Luv any DK books, thanks.

  4. Kim says

    September 24, 2010 at 7:47 am

    I would love these for my students, boys especially.

  5. JRFrugalMom says

    September 24, 2010 at 7:49 am

    I think my 8-year-old would love these books.

  6. Maureen says

    September 24, 2010 at 10:21 am

    What great books to have at my parents for the little ones in my life. I think they would be great reads.

  7. Wehaf says

    September 24, 2010 at 10:25 am

    I would love to read these with my honorary nephew!

  8. Beth C says

    September 24, 2010 at 11:25 am

    Would love to have these to read with the grandkids!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

  9. Ginny says

    September 24, 2010 at 12:44 pm

    These books look great, I think my fav giveaway so far!

  10. Inspired Kathy says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:10 pm

    Thanks! I’d love to read these!

  11. Christina says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:15 pm

    I’m going to have to ask our school librarian about these books, because I’m sure the kids there would LOVE them!

  12. Melissa P. says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:27 pm

    We love books. These would make a great addition to our collection.

    Mel4Him777{at}gmail{dot}com

  13. Marj M. says

    September 24, 2010 at 3:55 pm

    We’d like to add these books to our library.

  14. Alison S. says

    September 24, 2010 at 4:34 pm

    These books are so classic boy and make me laugh.

    • Dawn says

      October 2, 2010 at 1:45 pm

      Congrats, Alison! You’re our winner- please email me at morninglightmama (at) gmail (dot) com with your mailing info. Thanks for entering!

  15. Linda Kish says

    September 24, 2010 at 5:04 pm

    My great niece and nephew would love to add these to their library.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  16. Amanda says

    September 24, 2010 at 10:43 pm

    This sounds like one of those rare books that the parents will find just as intriguing as the child. What a cool contest!

  17. Some Lucky Dog says

    September 25, 2010 at 4:50 am

    Great books! Our 7 year old grandson would especially love This Book Made Me Do It!

    someluckydog at gmail dot com

  18. Sophia says

    September 25, 2010 at 5:44 am

    My brother would love to have these books.

  19. Carolyn says

    September 26, 2010 at 7:57 pm

    Great titles – such fun! Count me in!

  20. Jessica T says

    September 26, 2010 at 11:15 pm

    My 7 year old would love these!

  21. Anne says

    September 27, 2010 at 10:03 pm

    These are inspiring christmas shopping for my nephew! What fun!

  22. Jaime P says

    September 29, 2010 at 10:01 pm

    The boys would love these

  23. Natalia D says

    September 29, 2010 at 10:54 pm

    These books would be perfect for my daughter, she is 11!

  24. Tori says

    September 29, 2010 at 11:54 pm

    These seem interesting!!
    Tori

  25. Jody says

    October 1, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    Both of thse books would be completely enjoyed by my two nephews. I usually shy away from anything depicting a skull or crossbones etc. After reading what this book is about I give a sigh of relief and a thumbs up.

  26. Connie Black says

    October 1, 2010 at 3:31 pm

    We love to make crafts (expecially on rainy/cold days). I would love to win these books for my kids! 🙂

  27. Steph says

    October 1, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    Both of these books like they would be a lot fo fun for my family.

  28. Natalia D says

    October 1, 2010 at 9:58 pm

    Great giveaway!

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