*received the book free of charge for review purposes only. All opinions shared are my own*
STEM, is the acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. As a STEM major, it is exciting to see more girls with an interest in STEM and pursuing opportunities beyond high school.
Book Review – Veronica and the Volcano
In observance of National STEM day, I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing Veronica and the Volcano. The book is excellent for middle school-aged children and is filled with scientific topics that relate to volcanos. I think girls will love Veronica’s spunk and inquisitive nature. Veronica is the main character in this book and interestingly enough she lives on a volcano. She wants to give her mother a birthday gift of pearls after she learns the story of her inherited pearls. In order to get the same pearls, she sets her sights on visiting, the largest volcano, Mount Mystery.
The adventure begins with Veronica, her friend Maddy and their dads. Every chapter is filled with suspense and the perseverance of two girls on a mission. The trip takes the girls on numerous twists and turns before reaching Mount Mystery. Both girls learn about their pasts through their dads. Veronica learns how and why her parents decided to live on a volcano. Maddy discovers the true history of her family lines and the many generations before her. We learn Veronica’s dad relies on technological apps to provide information on volcanic behavior while Maddy’s disputes all of it. Maddy’s dad, the Captain, is the self-appointed leader of the group and is a stickler for preserving family history and the search for the diamonds that disappeared generations ago.
The story is an imaginative adventure through some precarious events on the unpredictability of volcanos, unexpected wildlife, toxic gases, unexpected guests on the same hike, and rowdy bandits. They are able to survive the journey, discover diamonds and pearls but return to extreme unrest in their sleepy town. The town bands together to banish the unwanted guest and his cohorts. Veronica learns her trip to the town jewelry store leaves her with the key to preserving the future.
The book takes the reader on a whirlwind of events with beautiful illustrations to captivate the reader from chapter to chapter. It shows the dynamics of relationships that evolve into working together for the greater good. All while learning about volcanoes as the story unfolds. The book contains definitions of all the terms used in the chapters for STEM enthusiasts to learn more.
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