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Eclair Goes Geocaching
AWARD WINNING and BEST SELLING AUTHOR
When seven-year-old Éclair goes geocaching for the first time, she finds a treasure that isn't the one she imagined.
Young readers will discover what geocaching is all about through Éclair's journey with her eccentric grandma.
When seven-year-old Éclair goes geocaching for the first time, she finds a treasure that isn't the one she imagined.
Young readers will discover what geocaching is all about through Éclair's journey with her eccentric grandma.
64 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 30, 2015
196 people want to read
About the author
M. Weidenbenner
11 books795 followersMichelle Weidenbenner is the founder of Moms Letting Go Without Giving Up and the All-Mighty Mom Tribe – private support groups for moms of addicted loved ones. There are more than 2000 moms in the groups.
She’s a passionate podcaster who wants to stop the stigma of substance use disorder and help moms of addicted loved ones find hope, courage, and support so they can identify their superpower and help change the addiction landscape.
She has been a guest on the following podcasts: Magnificent Midlife, The Addiction Podcast – Point of No Return, Unapologetically BOLD: I’m not sorry for …, Everyday Leaders and Write the Book Inside You. Recently, she appeared on the blog, Forward From 50, by Greg Gerber.
She’s an Amazon #1 Best-Selling and Award-Winning author and speaker. Her new book, Unhackable Moms of Addicted Loved Ones, Closing the Gap between Havoc and Hope released in June 2022.
It’s a 30-day program for moms who want to heal.
This book is cobranded with Kary Oberbrunner’s NYT’s and Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Unhackable.
As the mother of a recovering addict, Michelle spends most of her time advocating for and coaching moms of addicted loved ones. Find her free guidebook at MomsLettingGo.com
When she’s not helping moms, she’s playing pickleball.
She’s a passionate podcaster who wants to stop the stigma of substance use disorder and help moms of addicted loved ones find hope, courage, and support so they can identify their superpower and help change the addiction landscape.
She has been a guest on the following podcasts: Magnificent Midlife, The Addiction Podcast – Point of No Return, Unapologetically BOLD: I’m not sorry for …, Everyday Leaders and Write the Book Inside You. Recently, she appeared on the blog, Forward From 50, by Greg Gerber.
She’s an Amazon #1 Best-Selling and Award-Winning author and speaker. Her new book, Unhackable Moms of Addicted Loved Ones, Closing the Gap between Havoc and Hope released in June 2022.
It’s a 30-day program for moms who want to heal.
This book is cobranded with Kary Oberbrunner’s NYT’s and Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Unhackable.
As the mother of a recovering addict, Michelle spends most of her time advocating for and coaching moms of addicted loved ones. Find her free guidebook at MomsLettingGo.com
When she’s not helping moms, she’s playing pickleball.
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November 7, 2015
(Review from Matt, age, 9)
This book was about a grandma and her granddaughter, Eclair and their adventures while geocaching. Geocaching is a treasure hunt--it was fun trying to figure out the clues about where they'd find the treasure. I really liked this book, it was fun and made me laugh. My favorite character was the dog they found in the woods--they named him Geo after their adventure. I can't wait to go geocaching for real!
This book was about a grandma and her granddaughter, Eclair and their adventures while geocaching. Geocaching is a treasure hunt--it was fun trying to figure out the clues about where they'd find the treasure. I really liked this book, it was fun and made me laugh. My favorite character was the dog they found in the woods--they named him Geo after their adventure. I can't wait to go geocaching for real!
November 23, 2015
This is the second Eclair book that I have read and what I love about them is that they are easy, short, and fun for a younger child.
I would put the reading ability of this book near the age of Eclair – 7ish. I think it would be too easy for my almost 10 year old (4th grade) but feel it would be a great first “chapter” book for my 7 1/2 year old (2nd grade).
It has 10 chapters that really are not that long (10 chapters with 39 pages in the book. We’re talking less than 4 pages a chapter.)
Eclair, like every child, has a wild imagination so when she and Stella prepare to go geocaching for a treasure, Eclair’s mind goes wild!
I love their geocaching adventure and really came up with my own ideas to take my own kids on their first geocaching adventure.
It isn’t a picture book – the only pictures are at the beginning of each chapter, but would still make a fun first chapter book for your young reader or to read together with your just learning to read reader.
My only complaint is that I felt that the chapters were a bit rushed and could have been fleshed out more, but then again, I am a 32 year old reader reading a book the 10th of my normal size! For a child (and a child’s attention span) I think it was perfect!
I found it to be highly enjoyable and I am sure your little one will too!
I would put the reading ability of this book near the age of Eclair – 7ish. I think it would be too easy for my almost 10 year old (4th grade) but feel it would be a great first “chapter” book for my 7 1/2 year old (2nd grade).
It has 10 chapters that really are not that long (10 chapters with 39 pages in the book. We’re talking less than 4 pages a chapter.)
Eclair, like every child, has a wild imagination so when she and Stella prepare to go geocaching for a treasure, Eclair’s mind goes wild!
I love their geocaching adventure and really came up with my own ideas to take my own kids on their first geocaching adventure.
It isn’t a picture book – the only pictures are at the beginning of each chapter, but would still make a fun first chapter book for your young reader or to read together with your just learning to read reader.
My only complaint is that I felt that the chapters were a bit rushed and could have been fleshed out more, but then again, I am a 32 year old reader reading a book the 10th of my normal size! For a child (and a child’s attention span) I think it was perfect!
I found it to be highly enjoyable and I am sure your little one will too!
November 24, 2015
What an adorable book-perfect for any young explorer. Not only does it help teach children about geocaching (and adults too like me for example) but it also teaches about nature and kindness and being careful when out in the "wilderness" (even if it isn't really wilderness).
Stella really misses living with her Mom and Dad and although she has learned to love her eccentric Grandmother she wants to go home. Her Grandmother decides to take Stella geocaching and Stella misinterprets a whole lot of the words and thinks they are going on a treasure hunt to find lots of gold which she plans on giving to her Dad so he can buy a house and move closer to them. Slowly but surely the words are explained to her and when they actually find the geocache Stella is really disappointed. BUT-they do find a real treasure along the way--one that will give Stella and her sister unconditional love!
Eclair Goes Geocaching
Stella really misses living with her Mom and Dad and although she has learned to love her eccentric Grandmother she wants to go home. Her Grandmother decides to take Stella geocaching and Stella misinterprets a whole lot of the words and thinks they are going on a treasure hunt to find lots of gold which she plans on giving to her Dad so he can buy a house and move closer to them. Slowly but surely the words are explained to her and when they actually find the geocache Stella is really disappointed. BUT-they do find a real treasure along the way--one that will give Stella and her sister unconditional love!
Eclair Goes Geocaching
November 19, 2015
Award-winner and Amazon bestselling author Michelle Weidenbenner brings us "Éclair Goes Geocaching", with a wonderful new adventure for Éclair.
I was fortunate enough to do an advance reading of this book, which comes out on November 30th, and it is just as entertaining and thoughtful as the previous two books in the series.
In it, Éclair discovers about Geocaching, and sets off with her grandma to find hidden treasures. Along the way, she learns a valuable lesson and even makes a new friend.
A really fun and heartwarming story for children. If you haven't read any of Éclair stories with your child, I highly recommend the whole series (3 books so far) and more to come soon.
I was fortunate enough to do an advance reading of this book, which comes out on November 30th, and it is just as entertaining and thoughtful as the previous two books in the series.
In it, Éclair discovers about Geocaching, and sets off with her grandma to find hidden treasures. Along the way, she learns a valuable lesson and even makes a new friend.
A really fun and heartwarming story for children. If you haven't read any of Éclair stories with your child, I highly recommend the whole series (3 books so far) and more to come soon.
November 23, 2015
Stella invites Éclair to go geocaching with her. She explains that it is hunting for a hidden treasure. Éclair misunderstands and believes that they will find gold, like a pirate’s treasure. She is very disappointed when they uncover the treasure in the cache. Stella has to explain to Éclair that the treasure is in the adventure.
This was a cute story, with hidden learning curves in it. I agree that the adventure is the true treasure. I have been geocaching before and enjoyed it immensely. I’m sure that this book can help draw children into the adventure of geocaching. It’s an experience they will remember.
This was a cute story, with hidden learning curves in it. I agree that the adventure is the true treasure. I have been geocaching before and enjoyed it immensely. I’m sure that this book can help draw children into the adventure of geocaching. It’s an experience they will remember.
December 11, 2015
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Rating: 4.5/5
I have recently read a few books featuring Geocaching and this a concept that is both appealing and loads of fun! When I heard about Eclair Goes Geocaching, I was instantly interested. The cover is beautiful and reminded me of all those Famous Five adventures I used to practically eat, sleep and think about in my childhood.
The blurb and title are further attractive and sure to hold the initial interest of the readers.
While the story seems like it is for children, I soon realized that it is easily enjoyable for adults as well! This is the first book by Michelle Weidenbenner that I have read and I really enjoyed her story narration.
She took an idea and developed it into a lovely book. All through the story she keeps surprising the readers with new lessons while also making us follow the thrilling trail of clues as she go geocaching alongside Eclair.
Her writing style is simple, engaging and very expressive. I could visualize and feel the excitement of Eclair and also felt like I was back to those afternoons after school I used to spend reading my latest acquisitions from the school library!
Steady paced and beautifully written, I loved this book and think it is a great book for both children as well as adults. The readers get introduced with Geocaching while staying glued to the seats with interest all through the story.
A through and through entertainer, I loved reading this book that made me laugh, have fun and feel relaxed at the same time and give Eclair Goes Geocaching 4.5 out of 5. Recommended to everyone, I know I will be checking out the other books by the author.
I received an ARC from the author and the tour organizers and I am very thankful to them. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion and in no way influenced.
Rating: 4.5/5
I have recently read a few books featuring Geocaching and this a concept that is both appealing and loads of fun! When I heard about Eclair Goes Geocaching, I was instantly interested. The cover is beautiful and reminded me of all those Famous Five adventures I used to practically eat, sleep and think about in my childhood.
The blurb and title are further attractive and sure to hold the initial interest of the readers.
While the story seems like it is for children, I soon realized that it is easily enjoyable for adults as well! This is the first book by Michelle Weidenbenner that I have read and I really enjoyed her story narration.
She took an idea and developed it into a lovely book. All through the story she keeps surprising the readers with new lessons while also making us follow the thrilling trail of clues as she go geocaching alongside Eclair.
Her writing style is simple, engaging and very expressive. I could visualize and feel the excitement of Eclair and also felt like I was back to those afternoons after school I used to spend reading my latest acquisitions from the school library!
Steady paced and beautifully written, I loved this book and think it is a great book for both children as well as adults. The readers get introduced with Geocaching while staying glued to the seats with interest all through the story.
A through and through entertainer, I loved reading this book that made me laugh, have fun and feel relaxed at the same time and give Eclair Goes Geocaching 4.5 out of 5. Recommended to everyone, I know I will be checking out the other books by the author.
I received an ARC from the author and the tour organizers and I am very thankful to them. The above review is my honest and unbiased opinion and in no way influenced.
November 18, 2015
A fun read for all ages. Éclair and her baby sister live with Grandma Stella, who is a lot of fun.
One special day Stella takes just seven year old Eclair to hunt for a treasure. Éclair has a wonderful imagination and decides to role play. They follow "jeep" clues and have to search high and low.
We all learn extra lessons through the story.
Great read for young children and adults, or for good, young readers to share with younger siblings.
One special day Stella takes just seven year old Eclair to hunt for a treasure. Éclair has a wonderful imagination and decides to role play. They follow "jeep" clues and have to search high and low.
We all learn extra lessons through the story.
Great read for young children and adults, or for good, young readers to share with younger siblings.
February 2, 2017
Michelle has done a tremendous job capturing the joy and the adventure of Geocaching in this book for all ages though I think it is meant for kids! The Eclair series find her going on different adventures with her Grandmother and in this tale they run headlong into one! Pick this one up for your granddaughter or yourself!
January 1, 2016
My four year old daughter loves this book. She hid and peeked a little out of the covers when the muggle was getting closer to Stella and Eclair. My daughter stayed up to listen to the whole book. We have read this book two nights in a row by her request. Easy read and not a long book.
June 29, 2018
A lesson in how to disinterest a kid from Geocaching?
Cute story that missed its chance to be good. On the plus side it was written with language and words that the intended age group would understand.
It started off great and seemed to have a lot of potential for teaching younger audiences about Geocaching in a fun way.
Unfortunately, it lost the appeal with Eclair's very expressive disappointment in what a cache container holds.
The author could have done so much with this, and instead ...missed the mark by a mile. I wish I would have borrowed it instead of buying it.
Note potential spoiler alert for the following:
Eclair thinks that a Geocache holds treasure of "gold coins" ...which is great that she wants to be a pirate and pillage the loot...what's not so great is the sheer disappointment at learning that's not the kind if treasure to be found, and that she then calls it "junk", "stupid", and silly "stuff" and says "big deal" when shown about the log book. Many young people enjoy exactly the items described in the cache...especially the age group that Eclair represents (7-years-old). Her family situation aside this still could have been done in a way that both expressed disappointment and excitement at having found the cache. She just didn't care. Then she proceeds to pout and display a tantrum until she finds a STRAY puppy that she convinces her grandmother to let her take home. This action is irresponsible. They knew nothing about the lone puppy - it could be someone's lost pet and yet they give no indication of trying to find an owner; it could be a stray with diseases and yet the grandmother is letting Eclair cuddle up with this dog just because it's a puppy.... and the puppy becomes the reward for Geocaching rather than the actual act of caching... a better title would have been Eclair's outdoor adventure or, Eclair gets a surprise...
Cute story that missed its chance to be good. On the plus side it was written with language and words that the intended age group would understand.
It started off great and seemed to have a lot of potential for teaching younger audiences about Geocaching in a fun way.
Unfortunately, it lost the appeal with Eclair's very expressive disappointment in what a cache container holds.
The author could have done so much with this, and instead ...missed the mark by a mile. I wish I would have borrowed it instead of buying it.
Note potential spoiler alert for the following:
Eclair thinks that a Geocache holds treasure of "gold coins" ...which is great that she wants to be a pirate and pillage the loot...what's not so great is the sheer disappointment at learning that's not the kind if treasure to be found, and that she then calls it "junk", "stupid", and silly "stuff" and says "big deal" when shown about the log book. Many young people enjoy exactly the items described in the cache...especially the age group that Eclair represents (7-years-old). Her family situation aside this still could have been done in a way that both expressed disappointment and excitement at having found the cache. She just didn't care. Then she proceeds to pout and display a tantrum until she finds a STRAY puppy that she convinces her grandmother to let her take home. This action is irresponsible. They knew nothing about the lone puppy - it could be someone's lost pet and yet they give no indication of trying to find an owner; it could be a stray with diseases and yet the grandmother is letting Eclair cuddle up with this dog just because it's a puppy.... and the puppy becomes the reward for Geocaching rather than the actual act of caching... a better title would have been Eclair's outdoor adventure or, Eclair gets a surprise...
November 30, 2015
The kids love to explore the world around them. We spent the summer exploring the island doing a series of geocaches that promised a geocoin at the very end. After a few failed attempts we eventually succeeded in finding 15 of the 20 caches that we needed. The coin is now sitting in a special place at home, waiting for us to go on our next adventure in the spring!
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” by M. Weidenbenner is the story of Eclair and her Grandmother as they go on an adventure to find a treasure that is hidden in the woods. When the treasure is found, it isn’t what Eclair expected…What did she find?
Explore the world of geocaching with Eclair and her grandmother. Your child will learn about caches, GPS co-ordinates and muggles.
The story is perfectly written for young readers. It has just the “right amount of adventure”, according to my daughter. We read a chapter a night, and I found myself wanting to find out what was going to happen next…especially when they found the cache. My daughter was not impressed when I made her wait til the next day to read next chapter.
This story is a wonderful lesson on expectations. It’s a great time to talk to your child about things to do when expectations aren’t meant. How do we react? Do we cry out with frustration? Do we step back for a moment to regroup? What are realistic expectations?
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” is also a lesson in homonyms. It’s a great opportunity to talk to your kids about words that sound alike but have different meanings. Words like ‘Cache’ and ‘Cash’. How many other cases can you and your child come up with?
My daughter felt that “Eclair Goes Geocaching” needed more pictures. She is just a beginning reader, and is more accustomed to picture books. We have read other novels in the past that she enjoyed but they had a few pencil drawn images throughout the chapters. I tried to explain to her that as she gets older and becomes a stronger reader the books will have less and less images, she wasn’t having any of that for now. I thought that the images at the beginning of each chapter were sufficient.
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” is a wonderful adventure story for young readers that will inspire your little one to go on her own geocache adventure.
*Disclosure: I received a complimentary eBook in exchange for my review. All opinions are 100% my own.
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” by M. Weidenbenner is the story of Eclair and her Grandmother as they go on an adventure to find a treasure that is hidden in the woods. When the treasure is found, it isn’t what Eclair expected…What did she find?
Explore the world of geocaching with Eclair and her grandmother. Your child will learn about caches, GPS co-ordinates and muggles.
The story is perfectly written for young readers. It has just the “right amount of adventure”, according to my daughter. We read a chapter a night, and I found myself wanting to find out what was going to happen next…especially when they found the cache. My daughter was not impressed when I made her wait til the next day to read next chapter.
This story is a wonderful lesson on expectations. It’s a great time to talk to your child about things to do when expectations aren’t meant. How do we react? Do we cry out with frustration? Do we step back for a moment to regroup? What are realistic expectations?
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” is also a lesson in homonyms. It’s a great opportunity to talk to your kids about words that sound alike but have different meanings. Words like ‘Cache’ and ‘Cash’. How many other cases can you and your child come up with?
My daughter felt that “Eclair Goes Geocaching” needed more pictures. She is just a beginning reader, and is more accustomed to picture books. We have read other novels in the past that she enjoyed but they had a few pencil drawn images throughout the chapters. I tried to explain to her that as she gets older and becomes a stronger reader the books will have less and less images, she wasn’t having any of that for now. I thought that the images at the beginning of each chapter were sufficient.
“Eclair Goes Geocaching” is a wonderful adventure story for young readers that will inspire your little one to go on her own geocache adventure.
*Disclosure: I received a complimentary eBook in exchange for my review. All opinions are 100% my own.
June 7, 2016
The Skinny
Éclair goes on a geocaching adventure believing it is a true treasure hunt. She wants to use the money for a new house so that her parents can be closer to her. What else searches for treasure but a pirate?
The Players
Éclair – a seven year old
Meggie – Éclair’s baby sister
Stella – Éclair’s grandmother
Stella is funny. She isn’t like other grandmas. Her hair is reddish-purplish like Meggie’s PJ’s, and it’s in a ponytail on the top of her head. It looks like a flowing fountain. She sings country songs really loud and dances around the kitchen. Sometimes she takes out her pans and wooden spoons and lets Meggie and me pretend we’re drummers in a band. We sit on the floor with her, and she sings into a pretend microphone.
The Quote
“We hunt for treasure that’s hidden in a box,” she said.
I imagined gold and silver coins, bright-colored gems, and fancy jewelry.
“Is the GPS that lady who talks to Dad and tells him where to drive to?”
The Highs and Lows
Éclair. She’s hilarious. There are so many things she misunderstands or misinterprets, but she has the best of intentions at heart.
Nature Setting. I love being outdoors, and Stella takes Éclair on a grand adventure in the outdoors. She teaches Éclair so many things about being outside, like how to identify and avoid poison ivy. Everyone needs to know that!
Stella. We only see her through Éclair’s eyes, but she is one pretty cool grandma. Stella never loses her patience or gets upset with Éclair. It all comes in strides to her.
The Length. This chapter book is the perfect length for new and beginning readers. The chapters are short and quickly move on to the next item. Overall, the book is also short enough so as to allow readers not to become frustrated.
The Take-Away
I like Éclair’s wonder. Everything about the book is filtered through Éclair, and she can be pretty funny at times!
Recommendation – Buy, Borrow or Skip?
Unless you are keeping this for a young reader, I suggest borrowing. Otherwise, buy the book series for those youngster readers.
Éclair goes on a geocaching adventure believing it is a true treasure hunt. She wants to use the money for a new house so that her parents can be closer to her. What else searches for treasure but a pirate?
The Players
Éclair – a seven year old
Meggie – Éclair’s baby sister
Stella – Éclair’s grandmother
Stella is funny. She isn’t like other grandmas. Her hair is reddish-purplish like Meggie’s PJ’s, and it’s in a ponytail on the top of her head. It looks like a flowing fountain. She sings country songs really loud and dances around the kitchen. Sometimes she takes out her pans and wooden spoons and lets Meggie and me pretend we’re drummers in a band. We sit on the floor with her, and she sings into a pretend microphone.
The Quote
“We hunt for treasure that’s hidden in a box,” she said.
I imagined gold and silver coins, bright-colored gems, and fancy jewelry.
“Is the GPS that lady who talks to Dad and tells him where to drive to?”
The Highs and Lows
Éclair. She’s hilarious. There are so many things she misunderstands or misinterprets, but she has the best of intentions at heart.
Nature Setting. I love being outdoors, and Stella takes Éclair on a grand adventure in the outdoors. She teaches Éclair so many things about being outside, like how to identify and avoid poison ivy. Everyone needs to know that!
Stella. We only see her through Éclair’s eyes, but she is one pretty cool grandma. Stella never loses her patience or gets upset with Éclair. It all comes in strides to her.
The Length. This chapter book is the perfect length for new and beginning readers. The chapters are short and quickly move on to the next item. Overall, the book is also short enough so as to allow readers not to become frustrated.
The Take-Away
I like Éclair’s wonder. Everything about the book is filtered through Éclair, and she can be pretty funny at times!
Recommendation – Buy, Borrow or Skip?
Unless you are keeping this for a young reader, I suggest borrowing. Otherwise, buy the book series for those youngster readers.
December 3, 2015
Éclair Goes Geocaching, is a wonderful book for young explorers to get into. It all starts with Eclair, 7 years old who lives with her Grandmother, who although takes some getting used too, is really fun to be around. Eccentric in her own ways, her Grandmother decided to take young Eclair geocaching to cheer her up a bit . Thinking it’s a pure treasure hunt, Eclair is a little disappointed as they found their first geocache, but slowly and surely along the journey she starts to see the whole picture as well as the idea behind geocaching. Eclair, even though was immediately let down as they began, she doesn’t give up or turn her nose up to the activity but keeps going and ends up enjoying it fully.
You know how kids are, engaged one minute, not the next so when you find that activity that keeps their attention as well as imagination going, you don’t want to stop. Through the book young explores will find out what geocaching really is, and follow Eclair along her adventure. This is geared for about 7-8 year olds, easy to read and follow, not a picture book but that doesn’t take anything away from it at all. My girls enjoyed this and we have started our own geocaching adventure each weekend. If you have a young explore on your hands this is a wonderful short story they would enjoy and you just like my own kids may find themselves wanting to jump into the fun adventures of geocaching!
You know how kids are, engaged one minute, not the next so when you find that activity that keeps their attention as well as imagination going, you don’t want to stop. Through the book young explores will find out what geocaching really is, and follow Eclair along her adventure. This is geared for about 7-8 year olds, easy to read and follow, not a picture book but that doesn’t take anything away from it at all. My girls enjoyed this and we have started our own geocaching adventure each weekend. If you have a young explore on your hands this is a wonderful short story they would enjoy and you just like my own kids may find themselves wanting to jump into the fun adventures of geocaching!
December 3, 2015
Éclair Goes Geocaching grabs you from the opening line. The entire feel of the illustrations and basic concept of the design peaks your interest. The feel of the book before you even read the first page is like a nostalgic piece of art that reminds you of books you read as a child. You know, the ones that remain with you until this day? The beauty of the design is enough to get you to want to read this book; the content will definitely surprise you.
I began reading the book thinking I was going to delve into a world that spoke towards days past but I was so surprised to find that I got what I expected but so much more. The author, Michelle Weidenbenner, did a fabulous job in creating a piece that was both a throwback to the past, where children lived on farms and went hunting in the woods with their adventurous grandmas. Perhaps I’m too much of a city girl to relate to modern day families living on farms so please forgive this review if I am mistaken. Just the feeling of the openness and care that Weidenbenner gave to her characters gave it a vintage feeling. I was pleasantly surprised that she soon introduced the reader to APPs, predominance of cell phones in our daily lives and Global Positioning Systems that are controlled by satellites in space.
This book is very relevant and I loved sharing it with my children. I look forward to more adventures with Éclair. She expresses the wild, creative spirit that lives in us all and her story is a definite must read.
I began reading the book thinking I was going to delve into a world that spoke towards days past but I was so surprised to find that I got what I expected but so much more. The author, Michelle Weidenbenner, did a fabulous job in creating a piece that was both a throwback to the past, where children lived on farms and went hunting in the woods with their adventurous grandmas. Perhaps I’m too much of a city girl to relate to modern day families living on farms so please forgive this review if I am mistaken. Just the feeling of the openness and care that Weidenbenner gave to her characters gave it a vintage feeling. I was pleasantly surprised that she soon introduced the reader to APPs, predominance of cell phones in our daily lives and Global Positioning Systems that are controlled by satellites in space.
This book is very relevant and I loved sharing it with my children. I look forward to more adventures with Éclair. She expresses the wild, creative spirit that lives in us all and her story is a definite must read.
December 5, 2015
Actual Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
My partner and I love taking our 2yo daughter on hiking and camping trips — basically any adventurous thing — so this book was extremely fun to read. Geocaching isn’t a thing here in the Philippines yet (or I am just not aware) but it sounds like a really fun thing to do and also a great bonding experience.
I haven’t read about Eclair’s other adventures but she seems like a very fun-loving child that I hope my daughter would grow up to be. I love how her grandmom is very modern and is the one who introduces her to geocaching! It’s a totally fun bonding experience, in my opinion, and the activity teaches kids to think out of the box which I really like.
Eclair does have some serious back story which is something we can slightly relate. She worries about her family and you can tell how much she loves her parents and sister but I like it that the situation does not stop her from going out there and having fun and adventures. She is a great role model for little kids.
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Disclosure: I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
My partner and I love taking our 2yo daughter on hiking and camping trips — basically any adventurous thing — so this book was extremely fun to read. Geocaching isn’t a thing here in the Philippines yet (or I am just not aware) but it sounds like a really fun thing to do and also a great bonding experience.
I haven’t read about Eclair’s other adventures but she seems like a very fun-loving child that I hope my daughter would grow up to be. I love how her grandmom is very modern and is the one who introduces her to geocaching! It’s a totally fun bonding experience, in my opinion, and the activity teaches kids to think out of the box which I really like.
Eclair does have some serious back story which is something we can slightly relate. She worries about her family and you can tell how much she loves her parents and sister but I like it that the situation does not stop her from going out there and having fun and adventures. She is a great role model for little kids.
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Disclosure: I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
December 8, 2015
Normally you would get my thoughts on a book but I had my 9 year old read this one with me so you'll get a mixture of our views on this one. Our family recently discovered a local group who goes geocaching so this was a fun way to introduce the activity to the boys (ages 9 & 11). I love the story about Éclair and her grandmother. I giggled as I listened to my son read about the pair and the adventure that they have together.
Geocaching is an adventure that requires kids to use their own imaginations. I am a firm believer in kids doing more than sitting in front of brain-numbing technology. It's a story that is an easy read for children who are easing into chapter books without being overwhelming for them. It's a lot of fun! Even though the main character is a girl, my son loved her adventure and the new friend that she makes!
I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
Geocaching is an adventure that requires kids to use their own imaginations. I am a firm believer in kids doing more than sitting in front of brain-numbing technology. It's a story that is an easy read for children who are easing into chapter books without being overwhelming for them. It's a lot of fun! Even though the main character is a girl, my son loved her adventure and the new friend that she makes!
I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
November 27, 2015
This is a cute story based around 7 yr old Eclair & her grandma Stella. Eclair & her baby sister are staying with grandma while dad is taking care of poorly mum.
So one day Stella announces that she is taking Eclair on an adventure to find some treasure .. Eclair thinks it would be lovely to surprise dad with the ‘cash’ so off they go. She doesn’t really understand the concept of geocaching but she enjoys solving the clues & meets a couple of characters along the way.
Nicely written with a sense of family, fun & a youngsters emotions. As somebody who has never been geocaching I also learnt a thing or two about the hobby! Nice & short, ideal for reading to children or for a ‘read-alone’ book. It has a drawing at the start of each chapter to add to the appeal.
I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
So one day Stella announces that she is taking Eclair on an adventure to find some treasure .. Eclair thinks it would be lovely to surprise dad with the ‘cash’ so off they go. She doesn’t really understand the concept of geocaching but she enjoys solving the clues & meets a couple of characters along the way.
Nicely written with a sense of family, fun & a youngsters emotions. As somebody who has never been geocaching I also learnt a thing or two about the hobby! Nice & short, ideal for reading to children or for a ‘read-alone’ book. It has a drawing at the start of each chapter to add to the appeal.
I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.
November 30, 2015
This book introduces children to outdoor activity and geocaching.
While it has been ages since I have picked up a children's book to read, I truly enjoyed Eclair Goes Geocaching. I am certain - I read the book electronically - that children will fall in love with Eclair as she has a lot going on in her life. She lives with her grandmother - a character I can truly relate with - which is something I did when I was a child. She has a younger sister who is a grabby toddler. And, most importantly, geocaching is new to her.
When Grandma Stella asks Eclair about going geocaching, she does not fully explain that the word is cache, not cash. She also says there is treasure to be found but it not the pirate treasure Eclair is looking to find. The treasure is the geocache box.
Grab your favorite child and read this book to them or read it for yourself. Then, head outside and go geocaching.
While it has been ages since I have picked up a children's book to read, I truly enjoyed Eclair Goes Geocaching. I am certain - I read the book electronically - that children will fall in love with Eclair as she has a lot going on in her life. She lives with her grandmother - a character I can truly relate with - which is something I did when I was a child. She has a younger sister who is a grabby toddler. And, most importantly, geocaching is new to her.
When Grandma Stella asks Eclair about going geocaching, she does not fully explain that the word is cache, not cash. She also says there is treasure to be found but it not the pirate treasure Eclair is looking to find. The treasure is the geocache box.
Grab your favorite child and read this book to them or read it for yourself. Then, head outside and go geocaching.
December 7, 2015
*SPOILER ALERT on her review as well*
The whole story is good. They go on adventures to find treasures. My favorite character is Geo, the dog. He likes éclair.
éclair is adventurous. She looks for treasures. She thinks she is gonna get money in the box. She wants the money because she wanted to buy a house for her Dad. He is poor. éclair is hopeful.
The story makes you happy because éclair found one treasure. The treasure is the dog, It makes me happy because it reminds me of my dog Maggie who is a stray dog. We adopted her after we found her on the street.
I had fun reading the book. I recommend the story to another kids who loves adventures and loves puppies.
My Mama received the electronic book. She let me read the book. My review is 100% honestly mine.
The whole story is good. They go on adventures to find treasures. My favorite character is Geo, the dog. He likes éclair.
éclair is adventurous. She looks for treasures. She thinks she is gonna get money in the box. She wants the money because she wanted to buy a house for her Dad. He is poor. éclair is hopeful.
The story makes you happy because éclair found one treasure. The treasure is the dog, It makes me happy because it reminds me of my dog Maggie who is a stray dog. We adopted her after we found her on the street.
I had fun reading the book. I recommend the story to another kids who loves adventures and loves puppies.
My Mama received the electronic book. She let me read the book. My review is 100% honestly mine.
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February 11, 2017I received this book as part of a Goodreads Giveaway, and have been excitedly waiting to read it with my niece and nephew as the elder is the right age to start geocaching. It's been too cold to go exploring, so we're starting the book now hoping that we will finish it around the time it's warm enough to go in search of caches. We've read the first chapter and he is definitely engaged so far.
Okay, the nephew loves starting new books but is very bad about finishing them. He did manage to finish a couple in 2016, and this was one of them. He said he really liked it and can't wait to go geocaching. Which we will do once we're not buried under snow :)
Okay, the nephew loves starting new books but is very bad about finishing them. He did manage to finish a couple in 2016, and this was one of them. He said he really liked it and can't wait to go geocaching. Which we will do once we're not buried under snow :)
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