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katiebtatton's review
4.0
When Russell got The brilliant idea to enter the race the wild event with his friends, he had no idea they would be separated. All four of his friends get to be together on a team, but Russell feels like the odd man out on a different team. Will he be able to work together with these new kids to figure out clues and learn about the rain forest? A combination of The Amazing Race and trivia, this fun book is great for readers on a second- to fourth grade level. Fun enough to make me want to read the rest of the series.
amandakitz's review
4.0
Engaging, interesting book for young readers. This book series follows Russell and his new and old friends through a competition through the Amazon rainforest, and it explores great interpersonal and science themes as well as being a thrilling and adventurous story. I found this book looking for a quality read for a read-aloud lesson in 3rd grade, and the kids were hooked from the start. The recommendation says 2nd-4th grade, but I would cap it at 3rd.
jasmyn9's review
4.0
Rain Forest Relay was a great run through the rain forest. Through the eyes of Russell, we get to learn about the ecosystem and a various animals that live there and how they live together. There are fun fact pages about the animals that really get a conversation started.
Russell and his team play fair as they race to the finish, but it seems like some teams aren't such good sports. We had a lot of fun reading this one, but it did get a bit choppy sometimes.
*This book was received in exchange for an honest review*
Russell and his team play fair as they race to the finish, but it seems like some teams aren't such good sports. We had a lot of fun reading this one, but it did get a bit choppy sometimes.
*This book was received in exchange for an honest review*
disabledreamer's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
abigailbat's review
3.0
This first book in the Race the Wild series is an action-adventure story that is sure to appeal to young animal lovers. Russell convinced his friends to apply to The Wild Life, an around-the-world race to identify animals from clues and take photos of them. But when Russell is placed on a different team, he'll find out what teamwork really means, and have a lot of adventure along the way! This story is fast-paced and each chapter ends with an information section giving facts about an animal or place (i.e. sloths, piranhas, the Amazon River, etc.). Kids who love learning about animals will eat this series up.
jbrooxd's review
4.0
"Light" adventure, emphasis on teamwork and fair play, great scientific information on rainforest critters and habitat.
bookworm_baggins's review
4.0
Pre-read for the kids. Fun book, think Amazing Race for kids, a mix of 39 clues style puzzles and Wild Kratts facts. I think my kids will love it, and first in a series.
wordnerd153's review
3.0
I appreciated how the author included information about the Amazon and its wildlife throughout the book, and the story moved at a fast pace, which should especially appeal to emergent/struggling readers, but the book itself was short on content and character development. Don't think I'll read the sequels.
biblioventurer's review
3.0
Actually, pretty good for a first chapter book. Will continue to read the series.
dollycas's review
4.0
An Amazing Race for kids! So much fun!
Russell entered the race with a group of friends but when they arrived in the Amazon Rainforest teams were cut from 5 members to 4 and Russell was shifted to another team. Now he was with kids he didn't know in a place he had never been on a quest to win.
This is a educational book that not only teaches kids on their level about the Amazon Rainforest and the flora and fauna there but also teaches teamwork, going beyond their comfort zones to meet new people, and determination to finish what they started even when your friends do something that is unexpected and disappointing. Since this is just the 1st book in the series I hope these friends actions are addressed as the series continues and concludes.
The kids are given clues and a guide to keep them safe. Without the guide's help they must take pictures of whatever the find that solves the clue while traveling through the rainforest by boat, zip-line and on foot. At the end of the chapters there is more information about the material covered in that chapter with some illustrations.
I know my 7 year old grandson will enjoy reading this story as he strengthens his reading skills. The subject matter really excited him as I told him about the book. He walked out the door with it saying to order Race the Wild #2: Great Reef Games so it is here the next time he visits. He loves watching The Amazing Race and Survivor so I knew when I saw this book it would be perfect for him. I would say 7-8 is a perfect age range. It would be a very quick read for older kids.
Russell entered the race with a group of friends but when they arrived in the Amazon Rainforest teams were cut from 5 members to 4 and Russell was shifted to another team. Now he was with kids he didn't know in a place he had never been on a quest to win.
This is a educational book that not only teaches kids on their level about the Amazon Rainforest and the flora and fauna there but also teaches teamwork, going beyond their comfort zones to meet new people, and determination to finish what they started even when your friends do something that is unexpected and disappointing. Since this is just the 1st book in the series I hope these friends actions are addressed as the series continues and concludes.
The kids are given clues and a guide to keep them safe. Without the guide's help they must take pictures of whatever the find that solves the clue while traveling through the rainforest by boat, zip-line and on foot. At the end of the chapters there is more information about the material covered in that chapter with some illustrations.
I know my 7 year old grandson will enjoy reading this story as he strengthens his reading skills. The subject matter really excited him as I told him about the book. He walked out the door with it saying to order Race the Wild #2: Great Reef Games so it is here the next time he visits. He loves watching The Amazing Race and Survivor so I knew when I saw this book it would be perfect for him. I would say 7-8 is a perfect age range. It would be a very quick read for older kids.