The Adventures of the World Patrol Kids: Kids Can Change the World

by Ben Goldstein

Empowering Eco-Adventures for Young Readers!
Join the World Patrol Kids in these gripping tales of action and suspense as they take on polluters, and traffickers in endangered species.

The Adventures of the World Patrol Kids features a multi-ethnic, crime-solving, environmental kids pop band that solves mysteries by learning about protecting the earth and preserving wildlife. “A great read aloud and discussion book.”

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85 pages, Paperback

Published March 12, 2023

About the author

Ben’s books include "The Adventures of the World Patrol Kids," and "Rosa and Mee." Recommended for Middle-Grade readers and up. His picture books "Looice," "Been Dere?" and "Looice in the Stargarden," are illustrated by Ben and based on songs written by Ben Goldstein and Phillip Namanworth. His comic book series includes "Kids Can Change the World," "Garbage Can Drive You Crazy," "Save Our Animal Friends," and "The World Patrol Kids Environmental Activity Book". All of these are available on Amazon. Audio versions of these works are available on Audible. The World Patrol Kids album "Earth Tunes," with songs by Benjamin Goldstein and Phillip Namanworth is available on iTunes. His children's musical "Looice For President" is available on Amazon, and his play ".Guess Again," is published by The Dramatic Publishing Corp.
Ben has written, illustrated, produced, and directed books, films, plays, and songs, for Sesame Street, 3-2-1 Contact, Columbia Records, and many others. He has written for such licensed characters as Clifford the Dog, Snuggle the Bear, Rainbow Brite, Sweet Pickles, and more. Ben has an early childhood teacher’s license and has taught grades K-6. He also taught film courses at Western Connecticut State College. His children’s songs have sold millions of copies and his films have appeared at the Museum of Modern Art and on television stations around the world.

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book through Goodreads giveaways. It is a fun, well written book. 9 through 12 year old kids that are very concerned about the environment would especially enjoy this book. I think it should be made into a PBS children's television program. I love the names of the kids and their positive attitudes. Read the book and give it to your kids!

[Farah G · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book follows a very diverse group of young people - many with cool names (my favourites were Thoreau and Einstein) - who band together to form the World Patrol Kids and take part in a music contest to raise environmental awareness.

In the process of trying to figure out what would be the best solution for the town's garbage problem - which includes the dumping of medical waste in the sea, leading to beach closures - they also start investigating some decidedly dirty business at the recycling centre.

The story is fast-paced, fun, and packed with puns and some really good raps. Thoreau's nightmares are also a nice touch. My favourite is the garbage monster. I also enjoyed the trip to Tsavo and the kids' adventures there.

The characters are cute and caring, and manage to deliver a lot of information on various forms of environment pollution as well as ways in which children can help save the planet.

This should be a great choice for kids who are already interested in these issues, or for parents who want to get them interested.

I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

[Barb Hegreberg · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m probably dating myself when I say this story reads like a cross between an ABC Afterschool Special and Captain Planet and the Planeteers . It is a good reminder to all of us that children are capable of far more than most adults give them credit for.

I received this book free from the author, publisher, or other source. My only obligation is to provide a fair and honest review.

[Alex Helm · Rating 2 out of 5]

Would be a good introduction for kids if it didn't have stereotypes