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Description
Mortimer and Arabel are on a caravan adventure to Ireland.
Quick Summary
If your kid loves a story with a loud, bossy, lovable raven, this one's a winner Mortimer is basically the most dramatic passenger you could ever have on a road trip, and his schemes to get attention (and snacks) are endlessly funny. The caravan journey to Ireland gives the book a nice sense of adventure and travel, and Aiken's wit keeps everything moving at a quick pace that won't bog down even reluctant readers. It's the kind of short, punchy chapter book that builds confidence in younger middle graders while still having enough personality for older kids to enjoy. Parents will appreciate that it's genuinely lighthearted with just enough mischief to feel exciting without crossing into anything concerning perfect for reading aloud or for kids tackling their first chapter books on their own. If your child liked books like "TheBFG" or other Roald Dahl collaborations, they'll probably find Mortimer right up their alley since Aiken co-wrote the original Mortimer story with him.