Weiner, Ellis and Illustrated by Holmes,
Jeremy The Templeton Twins: Have an Idea
(Book 1) 232 pgs. Chronicle Books, 2012 (Aug). $9.43. (Rating:
G)
When John and
Abigail’s father, a professor, is accused of stealing an invention idea –they
are really mad. The accuser, some guy named Dean D. Dean, is a real creep, and he keeps coming
around. When Dean kidnaps the twins, they get creative and work together to escape and
prove their fathers innocence.
That description
sounds boring –when this is actually a really
creative and quirky book. It is the strongest example of the Intrusive Narrator that I have ever come
across. At first it was distracting, even annoying, but eventually it was just
silly and fun. The unique illustrations and ‘questions for review’, are pretty
funny. I was blown away by the inclusion of a full recipe for meatloaf –so so
hilarious. I think students will love this
book, and I intend to follow the series closely.
ELEMENTARY – ADVISABLE
Reviewer: Stephanie MLS graduate & Author.
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