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Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
The Journal of Paul O'Leary: From the City to the Outback by Michael Mardel is the exciting journal of Paul, a boy in grade 6, and his life. The book chronicles their moving to Sunbury, northwest of Melbourne, as his mother has work there. As the book progresses, readers can join in the adventures Paul has, and also how he copes with the changes of moving. The outback heat does not make Paul stop playing football or having tennis lessons. The journal, written from Paul's perspective, is engaging and will teach readers how well one can handle changes in life.
It's a simple story and well executed. Change is constant and Paul shows readers how one can handle changes in life in a positive manner. The language is simple and the narration is detailed, making the story visual and real. The way Paul handles the changes in his life is remarkable and he makes living in the new place exciting and interesting by getting involved in activities. It's a good bedtime storybook for kids and is also perfect for read aloud sessions in classrooms and school libraries. The comprehension questions at the end of the book help readers reflect on what they have read and these can be used for interactive sessions in classrooms.
Paul's life will definitely interest young readers and both his outlook and attitude after changing from city life to the outback are indeed very positive. The book is encouraging for readers to start writing journals. That way they can chronicle the events in their own lives. I enjoyed this book for its positive vibes.
