Camped Out

by Daphne Greer

Max knows his mom can't afford to send him to summer camp. But he really, really wants to go. He needs a break from looking after his autistic brother, Duncan. And from his mom's new boyfriend. He is surprised when his mom says that he can go after all. But there's a catch. There are spots available at the camp for families with special needs. A grant would cover Duncan's fees, and Max could attend at no charge. If he goes as Duncan's escort.

This is the second story featuring Max and Duncan after Maxed Out.

144 pages, Paperback

First published October 10, 2017

Reviews

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good story about a boy wanting to go to camp, but learning the only way he can go is if he accompanies his autistic brother. Watching him grow was interesting and I liked how he learned to be more accepting of Duncan, his brother. I haven't the first book featuring Max, Maxed Out, but I'll probably get to it at some point since I did enjoy reading this one.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Camped Out was a fine read...nothing special. I liked the whole camp aspect of the book, but the characters really didn't connect with me. I mean, they were okay, just not favorites. I liked how quickly the story moved and that it ended differently than I expected.

[Jo Yhard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This endearing sequel captures the essence of summer camp, coming of age, and how family loyalty and love forms part of our identity, whether we intend it to or not.

[Sue Slade · Rating 4 out of 5]

Camped Out by Daphne Greer is a short but fun middle-grade read!
In this realistic short story, Daphne paints a picture of a very conceivable life of a boy who has a brother with special needs and his trip to a Summer Camp as his brother's support staff. During the camp, Max becomes more understanding of his brother's world and his impact on it. This is the second book starring Max and Duncan. I certainly want to go back and read the first one, Maxed Out.

[Wunderdrugged · Rating 4 out of 5]

This title is nominated for the 2019 Hackmatack Award in the English Fiction category.
Max really wants to go summer camp with his friend Ian, but he knows his family can't really afford it. He wants nothing more than to escape home for awhile, and get some time away from his aggravating brother and his mom's annoying boyfriend Derek. Then his mom discovers a grant for families with special needs that could make Max's camp dream a reality - but he would be there as an escort for his autistic brother Duncan. At camp Max gets to make new friends and enjoy typical camp experiences like canoe trips and campfires, but with a brother like Duncan things aren't exactly easy. Max has some eye-opening experiences that allow him to see things in a different light. He definitely comes away at the end of the story with a more mature outlook, and empathy for both Duncan and Derek.
I would recommend this title for kids ages 8 and up, especially kids who like adventure stories and/or camping.

[Sarah Cole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Camped Out by Daphne Green is a story about a boy named max who wants to go to summer camp again. His father had just passed away and he is struggling. His brother Duncan, has autism and he sometimes gets on Max's. Max's mom finds out that they can't afford the camp and the only way he can go is through Duncan. They have a discount for kids with autism. Max is super upset with his mom but decides to go so he doesn't miss out. Throughout the camp Duncan has some difficulties but Max realizes that is brother isn't so bad after all.
This book was just an ordinary book that didn't really grab my attention. It is a good book for younger readers and I recommend it those. The author did a good job with adding real life situations and making it more understandable for the reader.

[Vivien Gorham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Camped Out is a great read! Fun, funny, and touching, with well-drawn and appealing characters, an adventurous setting, and even a sweet hint of romance. Young readers will love it!

[Ms Michelle Van Balkom · Rating 3 out of 5]

A straight forward story about being responsible for others and why it’s better to be kind.