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saltydogreads's review
adventurous
funny
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
notwithoutmybook's review
5.0
Evie is a really special girl with a unique talent...she can communicate with animals using only her mind. This book takes us on a fascinating (and sometimes a little bit scary!) trip all the way to the Amazon Rainforest, where we hear about Evie's adventures in Peru with her dad. They get to meet all kinds of beautiful and exotic animals, including an adorable sloth, some very rude monkeys and a downright mean Scarlet Macaw. There are so many facts crammed into this short book, I had no idea that pink dolphins exist. There are some parts of the book that really shocked me though, for example, did you know that humans destroy enough rainforest to fill 30 football pitches every minute? Or that 35 species of the Amazon Rainforest become extinct every day? It's terrible and it has a detrimental effect on our entire planet. The good news is, there are ways we can help, there are some good tips listed in the book. There are also charities we can support who are dedicated to the conservation of the Amazon Rainforest.
Evie in the Jungle is an exciting and fun story, but also an important one that not only teaches us about the Amazon and the terrible impact that humans are inflicting on our planet and it's animals, but it also inspires compassion and kindness. At 73 pages, it's the perfect length for new readers who are just discovering how great books are and you don't need to have already read the first book, Evie and the Animals to appreciate this one.
Thank you, Matt Haig for showing us that books can be fun and also teach us really amazing and important facts. The illustrations in this book are also gorgeous.
Evie in the Jungle is an exciting and fun story, but also an important one that not only teaches us about the Amazon and the terrible impact that humans are inflicting on our planet and it's animals, but it also inspires compassion and kindness. At 73 pages, it's the perfect length for new readers who are just discovering how great books are and you don't need to have already read the first book, Evie and the Animals to appreciate this one.
Thank you, Matt Haig for showing us that books can be fun and also teach us really amazing and important facts. The illustrations in this book are also gorgeous.
shahrun's review
5.0
Very interesting story which also has a powerful message (and adults need to hear it as much as children) about why we need to look after the plant. Also accompanied by really gorgeous illustrations. I need to read Evie and The Animals now. One question... is her name Evie Navarro or Santiago? She’s called both.
Here’s a quote I just love fromP63
“Everything is connected. There is no divide between him and the rest of nature. I mean, looking after animals, looking after nature, that is looking after yourself. Because we are nature. We are animals. And this world is the only home we’ve got.”
Here’s a quote I just love fromP63
“Everything is connected. There is no divide between him and the rest of nature. I mean, looking after animals, looking after nature, that is looking after yourself. Because we are nature. We are animals. And this world is the only home we’ve got.”
edawes's review
5.0
A very good and educational short story about the destruction of the rainforest and the impact it’s having on wildlife there. It would be a great story to use in the classroom!
espargobookdragon's review against another edition
5.0
That message hit hard. I mean I was well aware of what's happening in places like the Amazon but somehow this made it seriously real.
tammie_2207's review
4.0
Read- May 2020 for Believeathon II
- I adore all of Mat Haigs' middle grade works and this was no exception. It's 100% an excellent way to start teaching kids about how we're destroying the planet and what we can do to help combat that.
- I adore all of Mat Haigs' middle grade works and this was no exception. It's 100% an excellent way to start teaching kids about how we're destroying the planet and what we can do to help combat that.
thegolden_booklover's review
4.0
⭐️ 4
A short story about girl Evie who can talk to animals with her mind. An enjoyable concept with lots of hidden but important messages a.k.a how we treat animals, jungle which is a home for so many species.
"Everything is connected. There is no divide between him and the rest of nature. I mean, looking after animals, looking after nature, that is looking after yourself. Because we are nature. We are animals. And this world is the only home we've got."
A short story about girl Evie who can talk to animals with her mind. An enjoyable concept with lots of hidden but important messages a.k.a how we treat animals, jungle which is a home for so many species.
"Everything is connected. There is no divide between him and the rest of nature. I mean, looking after animals, looking after nature, that is looking after yourself. Because we are nature. We are animals. And this world is the only home we've got."
jenicatreads's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5