Dash across the rainforest swamp with Daniel Joy and Kimani in the newest Challenge Island adventureOne of Children Book Councils Hot off the Press picks for May 2022amp34For early grade readers who revel in sciencebased fiction this is a winning read. Animals physics and habitats are among the topics covered with lots of instances where the reader can predict and hypothesize along with the characters. Kimani who is Black has an impressive head for science and builds in many of the facts that help the group solve problems together. Sleek black and white cartoon art complements the text adding visual clues. Science experiments and craft projects from each character are at the end.amp34Youth Services Book Reviewamp34In this followup to The Bridge to Sharktooth Island optimistic Joy cautious Daniel and studious Kimani find themselves transported once again to a magical island where they have to solve a series of puzzles to escape the middle of the rainforest before darkness falls. . . Supplementary materials at the back include STEAM projects and fun facts introduced by the main characters that a scienceloving child will enjoy. The story is engaging educational and peppered with cute illustrationsamp8230 a fun purchase for the easygoing young reader in love with animals and books.amp34amp8212School Library Journalamp34The Race Across Anaconda Swamp the second Challenge Island title in which three kids use teamwork and STEAM skills to navigate a perilous island adventure is forthcoming from West Margin Press.amp34amp8212Publishers Weekly Spring 2022 Childrens Sneak PreviewsDaniel Joy and Kimani are transported once again to a magical islandamp8212this time into a tropical rainforest As they zip through the canopy a dangerous snake lurks in the black waters below. They are searching for a way out and a path to a mysterious tower. Does it hold the answers to their questionsUsing ropes and other found items the three friends must figure out how to safely traverse across th