Note: I received an ARC from the publisher. ( )

In this Channing O'Banning adventure, the story starts with Channing, Maddy and Cooper digging in the schoolyard. They are convinced that they will find fossils or even dinosaur bones. They are studying rocks in Science class so their interest in peaked. When they find out it is just leftover concrete from the old play equipment that has been torn down, Channing feels foolish. In Social Studies they are studying Native Americans and Channing's assignment is to make a poster of Native American art because she loves art so much. When she finds out she has relatives out west and that her cousin sent her grandmother a turquoise ring her interest in both Science and Social Studies is peaked a little. When she finds out that the family is heading to New Mexico for a wedding, she is excited. Between visiting a museum with dinosaur bones, a turquoise mine and art galleries featuring various types of Native Art there is a lot to learn on the trip and for the reader. Another interesting adventure for the reader. As in the other books in this series there is extra information in the “Did you know” section and website addresses for anyone wishing to find further information. I definitely recommend that teachers check this book out when teaching about rocks and minerals, fossils and Native Americans. It fills several areas of interest.

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. ( )

Channing O'Banning and the Turquoise Trail is a serviceable, mildly interesting book about Channing O'Banning's quest to dig up a mysterious rock. She convinces her friends that this discovery will bring a great surprise. Along the way she learns about Native American culture, science and friendship. Although the grade level for this book is 2-4 I think it is really geared toward the younger part of that range. I can't imagine this book holding my fourth grader's interest.. I thank Netgalley for allowing me to review this book for an honest opinion. ( )

5 STARS

I laughed, learned some things and now want to go turquoise hunting.

I liked the characters. Maddy, Channing and Cooper found a interesting rock by the playground during recess. They are going to dig it up. They are learning about rocks in school. About the different Indians that lived here in the past and now days.
The kids share their knowledge and are having fun till Channing's older sister makes fun of her with her friends.
Channing likes to draw all the times and keeps a pencil in her ponytail. Her family encourages her to learn and explore her talents.
Their is even a pet pig in the story.
It is a entertaining book while they are learning about rocks, history, museums, even dinosaur bones.
The drawings are good and help the story along the way. Tammie Lyon dose the Illustrations.

I was given this ebook and asked in return to give honest review of it.
Age Range: 7 - 9 years

Grade Level: 2 - 4

Series: The Channing O'Banning Series

Paperback: 110 pages
Publisher: Santa Cruz Press (June 21, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0615777821 ( )