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zapkode's review against another edition
5.0
{My thoughts} – Sam, Antonio and Lucy are about to take part in the science fair. This is the first science fair that the school has hosted in seven years. It is said that something bad had happened then and now something bad seems to be happening now. The three children go to the library to find a book so that they can decide on what they want as their science fair project. It turns out that they end up finding a very special book and all three choose their projects from within the pages of the book.
This book seemed a little more faced paced to me then the previous books in this series did, which helped in keeping me reading until the end. Sometimes, I end up putting down a book for a bit and then picking it back up later in the day. That wasn’t the case this time. This time I read the entire thing in one sitting, which didn’t take long at all, and I wasn’t interrupted much either. Emma my seven month old seemed to enjoy being read too. She was rather interested in the book and kept trying to turn the pages while I was reading.
I enjoyed this book and I think it added a little more to the continuing storyline. I also think that the characters are very likable as is the language etc in which they communicate with one another. I enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading the next in the series so that I can learn even more about Orson Eerie and see what it is that he is up too and what is end plan is going to be when it comes to the completion of the series.
This book seemed a little more faced paced to me then the previous books in this series did, which helped in keeping me reading until the end. Sometimes, I end up putting down a book for a bit and then picking it back up later in the day. That wasn’t the case this time. This time I read the entire thing in one sitting, which didn’t take long at all, and I wasn’t interrupted much either. Emma my seven month old seemed to enjoy being read too. She was rather interested in the book and kept trying to turn the pages while I was reading.
I enjoyed this book and I think it added a little more to the continuing storyline. I also think that the characters are very likable as is the language etc in which they communicate with one another. I enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading the next in the series so that I can learn even more about Orson Eerie and see what it is that he is up too and what is end plan is going to be when it comes to the completion of the series.
rjdenney's review against another edition
4.0
I think it's safe to say that I love this series. I hope to get a hold of the next ones sometime soon since my library doesn't have them. If you're looking for fun and quick reads, these are for you.
thecamilleae's review against another edition
5.0
My 7 year old would give this 10 stars if he could. He loves the action sequences and the creative storyline. The science fair theme was really interesting.
onespaceymother's review against another edition
5.0
This book was the first of this series (#4) our kindergartener (well, a kindergartener for four more days) grabbed from the library this week; we finished reading it together tonight. Eyes wide and excited he told me “mom, I want to be able to read these books by myself by the end of summer!” He’s in love. We’re still on early readers for solo reading but seeing him inspired was seriously the best feeling. Reading is major part of my life and books have shaped me my entire life. I love seeing that fire in him 😍
perilous1's review against another edition
4.0
Originally reviewed for YA Books Central: http://www.yabookscentral.com/kidsfiction/21316-the-science-fair-is-freaky
A quality, adventurous pick—ideal for reluctant young readers.
This story abounds with mystery and action, along with the positive themes of research, responsibility, and teamwork. While this is actually #4 in the Eerie Elementary series, the book can adequately stand alone. Although, one continually gets the impression that Sam, Lucy, and Antonio have a long history of dealing with their “living” school and its supernaturally-inclined shenanigans.
The Science Fair Is Freaky is comprised of 90 full pages of larger font, interspersed with black and white illustrations on every page. The illustrations are clear and detailed (in a style that reminds this reader vaguely of the late-90’s kid’s cartoon: Recess) , ranging in size from 1/6th of a page to a little more than half a page. The result is a sort of hybrid graphic novel feel that both speeds and eases the reading process.
The prose is unobtrusive and the dialogue feels natural. Toward the end it felt a little more drawn out than needed, and I would have liked to see a little more characterization between the three main characters. But the plot-driven approach does keep the pacing and intrigue at consistently high levels.
I read this in two sittings with my 2nd grader, and he voluntarily re-read it by himself a few weeks later. (Which says a lot about its appeal.)
A quality, adventurous pick—ideal for reluctant young readers.
This story abounds with mystery and action, along with the positive themes of research, responsibility, and teamwork. While this is actually #4 in the Eerie Elementary series, the book can adequately stand alone. Although, one continually gets the impression that Sam, Lucy, and Antonio have a long history of dealing with their “living” school and its supernaturally-inclined shenanigans.
The Science Fair Is Freaky is comprised of 90 full pages of larger font, interspersed with black and white illustrations on every page. The illustrations are clear and detailed (in a style that reminds this reader vaguely of the late-90’s kid’s cartoon: Recess) , ranging in size from 1/6th of a page to a little more than half a page. The result is a sort of hybrid graphic novel feel that both speeds and eases the reading process.
The prose is unobtrusive and the dialogue feels natural. Toward the end it felt a little more drawn out than needed, and I would have liked to see a little more characterization between the three main characters. But the plot-driven approach does keep the pacing and intrigue at consistently high levels.
I read this in two sittings with my 2nd grader, and he voluntarily re-read it by himself a few weeks later. (Which says a lot about its appeal.)
smilesgiggle's review against another edition
5.0
I am such a huge fan of this series! I am a sucker for a gothic novel containing a creepy house/school/building/park. So excited to help my youngest develop her own preferences!
truemoon's review against another edition
3.0
I was a little disappointed with this one. My kids seemed bored and distracted while we read this together. Nothing exciting really happened and the scene at the end felt too much like book one. I'm not sure if we will be continuing this series.
nerdybookworm23's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0