SuitabookCelebrating Florida
Marion Dane Bauer
- Reading
- Pause at each stop and use the maps to trace Mr Geo’s route. Invite the child to sort visits into nature, history, culture and entertainment, then choose one topic for further questions.
- Themes
- Exploring place through geography: Mr Geo travels through several Florida locations, including the Everglades, Fort Myers beach and St Augustine, with maps included. The journey appears designed to introduce geographical variety through named destinations and a travelling guide.
- Wildlife and human encounters: The itinerary includes seeing alligators and other animals, as well as swimming with dolphins and manatees. The book?s stance on this remains unclear.
- Celebrating local culture and attractions: The book visits historic St Augustine, an orange grove, the Florida Folk Festival, theme parks and sporting events. The book presents this favourably.
- Worth knowing
- The book includes encounters with alligators and other animals, swimming with dolphins and manatees, and visits involving beaches, theme parks and sporting events. The level of detail and any discussion of animal welfare or safety are unclear.