  | Rica Baptista : a week of shenanigans (Rica Baptista) Author: Bates, Janet Costa | |
| Price: $22.38 | ||
Summary:
Rica can't wait for Adventure Week with her grandfather! But when Grampy arrives with a sprained ankle, can they make their own fun at home instead?
| Illustrator: | Jose, Gladys |
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: LG Reading Level: 4.30 Points: 2.0 Quiz: 522233 |
Reviews:
School Library Journal (+) (00/03/24)
Booklist (02/15/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 03/01/2024 Gr 2–4—In this series sequel, Rica's ready for Grampy's arrival and can't wait for their upcoming Adventure Week. She's excited about what he'll surprise her and her best friend Laini with in terms of activities. When Grampy arrives with a sprained ankle, Rica's seriously disappointed. She records her hopes in her prayer journal before heading to bed that night. The next morning, she, Grampy, and Laini try to make the best of things by planning a "StayVenture Week." Cartoons, Cards, and Candy Day starts out well, but goes sour when they eat so much candy they get sick. Talent, Twins, and Trail Mix Day provides plenty of enjoyment—until the twins spread chocolate over everything! And the Escapade Extraordinaire doesn't even get off the ground. Just as the girls decide the week's been a failure, Grampy reminds them of the fun they've had and that memories of great jokes, funny outfits, and great company can make up for a lot. VERDICT A delightful book full of funny moments, great relationships, and learning opportunities for Rica and Laini. A first purchase.—Heidi Grange - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
Booklist - 02/15/2024 In the second Rica Baptista chapter book, Grampy comes to visit for Adventure Week. Unfortunately, Grampy has a sprained ankle, and Rica and her friend have to make all-new plans that don’t involve jumping, zip lines, or beach days. What can you do with a man on crutches in a house where healthy eating is the rule? Sneak candy, of course, and play card games and do a talent show—but this Adventure Week doesn’t feel the same, and Rica and Grampy have to find ways to bring joy and humor back into a tough situation while he heals. This is a breezy chapter book for developing readers that invites them into a vibrant household and community, explores Cape Verdean culture and new languages, and asks them to bring their imagination to the situation: What exactly makes an Adventure Week a Week of Shenanigans? The illustrations complement the text well by providing characterization without overwhelming the story. For fans of Wednesday Wilson and Definitely Dominguita, developing readers, and lovers of low-stakes family adventures. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
