Author: Nate Wrey
Publisher: Waterman Books
Publication Date: May 23, 2022
Pages: 102 Pages
Reading/Interest Level: Ages 9 - 12
About the Author
Nate Wrey has a day job as a Civil Servant, working for the government, but has also written a novel for adults (as Nathaniel M Wrey) called Liberty Bound, which won a Readers' Favorite International Book Award in 2021. He lives in Kent, England.
Life in Prehistoric Times
Life was very difficult in prehistoric times. There were no clothes, shelter, or reliable sources of food. Mooge and his wife Flair were determined to survive and thrive.
This rhyming book tells the challenging and humorous adventures of a prehistoric family. They begin with nothing and discover tools, fire, clothes, the wheel, farming, writing, and more.
This book contains over 80% of the Year 3 and 4 National Curriculum Spelling List.
https://www.moogeprehistoricgenius.com/
My Thoughts
When I was growing up, I loved to watch The Flintstones; a Modern Stoneage Family (1960 - 1966) on television. Unfortunately, Mooge and Flair did not live a modern lifestyle like the Flintstones. They started with nothing and had to experiment and create everything they needed to live in a difficult environment. Mooge had a great growth mindset that helped him learn and grow throughout the story.
Mooge's wife Flair was the real genius in the family. She figured out solutions to many of the problems that Mooge experienced. They worked together to build a better life for themselves and their family.
This entire story is written in rhyming words. Middle graders will enjoy hearing the rhymes and the rhythm of the text. The black-and-white illustrations add value and humor to the story.
This book is entertaining and should encourage children to seek more information about life in prehistoric times.
MY RATING: 5 STARS OUT OF 5
FYI ~ I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley to review.
