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First reviewed in 2009, RL La Fevers's Nathaniel Fludd: Beastologist series is the PERFECT next step for readers ready to move on from Magic Tree House! Rich with mythological creatures, adventure and airplanes, this series is wonderfully written and illustrated. And, all 4 books are in paperback!
Before I start slinging superlatives, I need to thank RL La Fevers, author of the equally
Before I start slinging superlatives, I need to thank RL La Fevers for creating Nathaniel Fludd and writing his world into existence. Special commendation goes to you for introducing a new series written at the much ignored third grade reading level while at the same time refusing to talk down to the reader by presenting historical, geographical and cultural information in a fascinating,
My 6 year old daughter and I have really enjoyed these books - we just finished the latest, The Unicorn's Tale. <br /><br />One thing I like about this series is how they incorporate mythical beasts from many different cultures.<br /><br />Also the historical setting has brought up some interesting topics in our house - like what was the War to End All Wars, and why it isn't called that
Excellent! I am so glad to hear that historical aspects from the book are encouraging thoughtful questions from your daughter - especially as a 6 year old! I have got to read the rest of these books. I'm sure my 6 year old would love them, too. It's so hard for me to keep up with books in a series when there are so many great new books being published at the same time!
My six-year-old and I each read these independently and we both enjoyed them. (I generally pre-read books to make sure they will be okay and then hand them over if they are.) I think these are somewhat better than some other series out there. They are definitely page-turners and the characters are interesting, if not complex. I found Nathaniel a bit whiney for my taste in the 4th book, but my
Now I'm curious what you think the seven themes for books are. I too am getting tired of absent parents but you're probably right, children don't notice it much.
@jessica - check out this link for the 7 basic plots in literature: http://www.ipl.org/div/farq/plotFARQ.html#7
Thanks for the link Tanya.