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Two unlikely teammates on a grueling continent-hopping race to 7 countries.The Mission: photograph 7 endangered animals in just 70 days!. . . and solve a family mystery.Ages 8 to 12: with 3 full-page maps and 58 illustrations!Twelve-year-old Armando never expected to spend his summer vacation racing around the world with his eccentric grandmother. But when they team up for the Amazing Animal Race, a grueling competition to snap photos of seven endangered animals in just seventy days--he discovers that Granny D is full of surprises!
Armed with night vision goggles, bear spray, and online support from his tech-savvy friend Jinny, Armando and his adventurous Granny embark on a quest across seven countries that will push them to their limits. From the icy Arctic to the steamy Amazon, Armando gains confidence as he faces ruthless race rivals and close encounters with rare and sometimes dangerous creatures.
But the Amazing Animal Race is more than just a photography contest. For Armando, it's a chance to solve a baffling family mystery, rebuild family relationships, and develop his passion for animals and helping the environment.
Packed with thrilling action, laugh-out-loud moments, and unforgettable characters, "Armando and the Amazing Animal Race" takes readers on a whirlwind journey of self-discovery across the globe. This heart-warming, coming-of-age tale of family, mystery, and wildlife conservation will inspire young adventurers to see the world and themselves in a whole new light.
This book will appeal to fans of the "National Park Mystery Series", "The Explorer Academy" (National Geographic), "The Lost Whale" and "Hoot".
Ideal for:
Middle-grade readers hungry for mystery and edge-of-your-seat adventure. Animal lovers and budding conservationists. Parents, grandparents, and educators who are looking for stories with positive messages about family, global-mindedness, and the environment. And anyone who's ever dreamed of traveling the world.
BUCKLE UP FOR A THRILLING ADVENTURE--GRAB YOUR COPY TODAY!
(Caution: May cause extreme page turning excitement and sudden urges to explore the world!)
"I couldn't put the book down. I felt like I was actually with Armando the whole time. . . and the imagery was insane." Ayla D. (Australia) age 13
