The Smartest Kid in the Universe Book 2: Genius Camp

What Our Readers Are Saying

Share your thoughts on this title!

Average customer rating 5 (1 comments)

---

`

I just loved this book. As an adult I felt the book showed the triumph of good over evil. Also, it is a satire on mindless consumerism and how people are 'dumbed down' to indulge in buying just about anything. As in the case of the previous book in the series, Grabenstein has shown diversity in his characters. In addition to Kojo, an African American, Grace, a Hispanic and Mr. Farooqi a Pakistani there are Abaia a Somalian and Dawn an Asian American. There is a reference to Halal and Kosher foods which will help children become culture sensitive. Speaking of reference, I couldn't help but laugh at the similarity of Zane to Steve Jobs and the products to Apple products. And if Apple is mentioned can Google be far behind? Yes, the mention of Zinkplex, is a take on Googleplex and all the facilities therein cannot but motivate kids to grow up and work in Google:-) At last! I mention kids. This book is after all for kids and they will love it. There is fantasy, magic and Gaming - all fun stuff, cool stuff. As before Jake helps the FBI and CIA. Jake answers questions and solves puzzles. The merit of co-operation is stressed. And yes, Star trek and 2001 Space Odyssey play a part. Kids may not have heard of Hal but they will read the last chapters with bated breath as Jake battles Lulu. Hey parents! Get this book for your kids; but first read it and enjoy.