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. Volume X Number 20 . . . . June 4, 2004
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The series presents an interesting premise with the author of each title doubling as the main character, Geronimo. Each book, narrated by the author, has a storytelling style that captures the interest of the reader. Having four main characters, Geronimo, his sister Thea, his cousin Trap and his young nephew Benjamin, in each book adds continuity to the series. Chapter endings often include suspense which entices the reader An innovative feature of this series is the use of a text form, almost rebus in style, that incorporates the use of font style and word art to add meaning and interest. Whereas this feature may make reading some of the text more challenging for less experienced readers, older reader will find this formatting novel and interesting. The narration throughout each book is quite colloquial and at times wanders away from the paragraph The varied themes throughout the Geronimo Stilton series expose young readers to a variety of content and topics of interest. In The Curse of the Cheese Pyramid, the reader becomes familiar with history and science via exploring hieroglyphics, mummies and ancient Egypt and in I’m Too Fond of My Fur, geography and folklore come Highly Recommended. Janice Foster is a Middle Years teacher in Pembina Trails School Division in Winnipeg, MB.
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Scholastic’s new international series, Geronimo Stilton, is an engaging chapter series for young readers. Early readers are often anxious to begin reading chapter books, and this monthly series provides them with the exciting adventures of Geronimo Stilton, a mouse who works both as editor of The Rodent’s Gazette and as an amateur sleuth. 
to keep reading. Frequent mouse, rodent and cheese references add humour as do the chapter titles, such as “Baldies Unite!” and “You’re Such a Scaredy Mouse!!!” Each book includes a labeled picture of the editorial staff of The Rodent’s Gazette and maps of Mouse Island and Mouse City. Numerous colourful illustrations, both full page and interspersed among the text, add visual appeal.
topic, possibly causing some confusion. Certain references in the text such as Mouse Jordan and Rodents’ Rules for Dummies might not be easily understood by younger readers. 
into play in Geronimo’s adventure up Mount Everest and his kidnapping by the yeti. Children who enjoy scary stories will be entertained by a “fur-raising experience” in Cat and Mouse in a Haunted House, and treasure hunters will be intrigued by Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye. Mystery, humour, delightful illustrations and creative use of text formatting provide an exciting adventure in reading as young readers enjoy each addition to the Geronimo Stilton series.