Winner of the 2014 International Readers' Favorite Book Award Contest.
Alinka Rutkowska and Konrad Checinski did it again in "Maya & Filippo Separate in Skagway."
Rating: 5.0 stars from Readers' Favorite Reviews. Embark on an exciting adventure with Maya and Filippo as they travel around the globe on board the Fun Princess, a cruise ship full of surprises. Discover their fascinating ports of call, join them in activities at sea and explore the remarkable world they create for themselves through their thoughts and feelings.
The children explore Skagway. Maya takes a ride on a train. Filippo goes to the playground but the day does not go his way. Finally the kids' paths cross and the family goes together for a hike in the forest but they are not the only ones on the trail. Maya and Filippo observe how things change depending on what they focus on.
About the Author: Five Star Reviews From "Readers' Favorite"
Will Filippo be able to turn his day in Skagway around or will the whole trip be ruined for him? Find out what happens and then ace the quiz at the back of the book. There are also some interesting facts about Skagway to add to the lessons that Maya and Filippo learn. The simple lessons and bright colors of Maya & Filippo Separate in Skagway are a continuation of the already brilliant series written by Alinka Rutkowska and illustrated by Konrad Checinski. The new sights that they explore and the fun facts that are discovered about places all over the world spur the imagination of children who read their books. The simple yet profound lessons that are learned are ones that ought to stick with them throughout their lives and are an excellent reminder even to adults. The colorful illustrations grab your attention and make the story come alive. Simple, colorful and profound, Maya & Filippo Separate in Skagway will brighten your day and help you turn it around.
Rating: 5.0 stars. Reviewed by Bil Howard for Readers' Favorite
Alinka Rutkowska and Konrad Checinski have teamed up and created another wonderful children's story. Maya & Filippo Separate in Skagway is not only a great story full of object lessons for young boys and girls, it also provides interesting information about Skagway, the Gold Rush, and Alaska. There is also a quiz to check comprehension of the story and a section of facts that provide additional background on the places and things mentioned in the story. This is a great book to share with a child!
Rating: 5.0 stars. Reviewed by Melinda Hills for Readers' Favorite
The author included a cute little quiz at the end of the book. This is fun and unique and is a learning exercise that benefits the reader. The concept is original and different to other books in the same genre and this is what makes the book stand out. The illustrations are lovely and they draw the reader in from the start. Overall, this is a lovely story and well written.
Rating: 5.0 stars. Reviewed by Lisa Jones for Readers' Favorite
"Maya & Filippo Separate in Skagway" has a message, teaches a little geography, and entertains all at once, and it's recommended reading.
Rating: 5.0 stars. Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite
