Author Laura Shaefer has just released a brand new travel book called Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011, offering tween-agers “a little extra information about what’s where and why it’s so cool.” With this non-comprehensive guide, kids gain clout to “impress your parents and brothers or sisters and be their guide through all four Walt Disney World theme parks—and beyond.”
The book’s introduction contains a handy attraction evaluation key: (S) Scary, (A) Awesome, (D) Dark, (T) Thrilling, and (W) Wet. Brief descriptions of some key terms as well as a little history of Walt Disney’s life and legacy are also covered before diving into the various lands or areas within each Park. Each section highlights several popular attractions, noting height requirements where applicable, suggests where to grab some good grub, and includes interactive hyperlinks for further study of select subjects.
A few minor layout issues exist but do not detract from the reading. Also, because Walt Disney World is a place that is ever-evolving and continuously being plussed—or improved—and expanding, I found a few inaccuracies. Planet Explorers Walt Disney World 2011 is not entirely up-to-date on the Magic Kingdom Fantasyland construction and expansion, such as venue closures and relocations like those of Belle’s Fairytale Garden and Ariel’s Grotto. However, Guests are advised to pick up a current Park schedule when they arrive onsite to get the latest information.
Bits of trivia and some nice photos are interspersed throughout the book, and there’s a fun quiz at the end of the book. Overall, I think tweens will enjoy this planner.
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| Online Reading (HTML, good for sampling in web browser) |
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Right! I’ve seen a few for little kids, and of course, many for adults. This one’s appealing and easy to navigate. Definitely a good deal, especially right now with the coupon code!
Right! I’ve seen a few for little kids, and of course, many for adults. This one’s appealing and easy to navigate. Definitely a good deal, especially right now with the coupon code!
Great review. I Love disney guide books! But I especially like the evaluation key: (S) Scary, (A) Awesome, (D) Dark, (T) Thrilling, and (W) Wet. Makes for a quick decision on whether this ride is for you or not 🙂
My 10 yr old son would probably like this book. He knows about Disney as much as me. He is always getting my Disney planning books and reading them. This would be targeted for him. Just might have to try this out.
Oh, I need to get this. I am taking teens there in October. This may pull them into the planning and help them be more part of it.
Oh, I need to get this. I am taking teens there in October. This may pull them into the planning and help them be more part of it.
Oh, I need to get this. I am taking teens there in October. This may pull them into the planning and help them be more part of it.
Oh, I need to get this. I am taking teens there in October. This may pull them into the planning and help them be more part of it.
Oh, I need to get this. I am taking teens there in October. This may pull them into the planning and help them be more part of it.
This is the first book I have seen specifically for tweens. Although my kids have been to WDW many times, my DD10 would love a book that she can read that is just for her. I think I may need to order this with the code!
This is the first book I have seen specifically for tweens. Although my kids have been to WDW many times, my DD10 would love a book that she can read that is just for her. I think I may need to order this with the code!