Millie Goes to the Big Island


Children - Adventure
30 Pages
Reviewed on 03/26/2024
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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite

Hop on for a delightful adventure and see the world through the eyes of a child with Millie Goes to the Big Island. This picture book by Lorna Collins follows a young girl named Millie. It's Millie's first time on an airplane. She is traveling with her mom and dad on a family trip to a beautiful island. Upon arriving at their destination, Millie goes to the beach, where she sees surfers riding the waves. On this vacation, she will also ride in a boat and meet a variety of unique animals, such as dolphins, seals, goats, and a peacock as well. Millie also witnesses a volcano and goes to see a luau, where beautiful ladies tell stories while men dance. She can't wait for her next trip to Maui.

Millie Goes to the Big Island is a charming adventure story for young readers. Inspired by her travels around the world, Lorna Collins has written a wholesome tale about a child's first vacation that parents can enjoy reading to their kids. Illustrated with vibrant and colorful drawings, young readers will find this book very engaging and entertaining. Adventure stories always spark a child's imagination and arouse their curiosity about the world. And this picture book does that in spades. Collins' storytelling is immersive, as the author provides an authentic representation of the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands and the cultural heritage of its people in a few short pages. All in all, this is a heartwarming picture book that kids will love to read.