Would You Rather?

350 Challenging Questions, Silly Scenarios, and Hilarious Situations

Children - Non-Fiction
146 Pages
Reviewed on 01/19/2024
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Reviewed by Shannon Winings for Readers' Favorite

Would You Rather? by Anna Avelino is a whirlwind adventure that takes young readers to prehistoric times, around the world, and everything in between. It is filled with hundreds of Would You Rather? questions certain to get the whole family thinking and having fun. The questions are divided into different sections, ranging from things you can eat to superpowers. They can be challenging, amusing, or even require more thought. No stone is left unturned in this creative book.

While Would You Rather? by Anna Avelino caters to young readers ages eight to twelve, it is a delightful read for adults and children alike. Older children may also find the topics interesting and fun. I loved that something seemingly ordinary could become a silly scenario that sparks giggles and belly laughs. On the other hand, some questions required deeper thought and even some digging into different topics. Overall, each question was a journey provoking unique responses. This book is more than just fun, though. It can teach children critical thinking skills, as well as introduce them to new subjects like The Forbidden City in Beijing, China. As an adult, readers may even learn about some new things, which got my family looking into topics we had not heard of before. It is perfect for a family night in, reading with friends, or even some educational debates. Teachers may even find this book to be a good tool to engage young minds, as well as have a little fun in the classroom.

Maria Victoria Beltran

Would You Rather? 350 Challenging Questions, Silly Scenarios, and Hilarious Situations by Anna Avelino is a highly entertaining read for youngsters. The book offers 350 imaginative and challenging questions that are sometimes funny, and sometimes thoughtful. The questions are grouped under ten subheadings: When Kids Rule the School, Hilarious and Silly, Eat If You Can, Superpowers Granted, and Chilling Encounters, among others. These should give young readers clues to the questions coming their way. The book also contains illustrations that make reading more enjoyable. This can also be used to expand children’s vocabulary, introducing words like bibliophobia, catoptrophobia, and many more. A funny and informative book, it is designed to turn the most boring day into your happiest day of the year.

Anna Avelino’s Would You Rather? is an ingenious book that will surely delight the young reader’s imagination. Unique and stimulating, it presents readers with a myriad of choices ranging from the bizarre to the practical. Not only does it bring out a sense of humor in every reader, but it also sparks creativity. This is a gem of a book that one can bring to a get-together with family and friends, and you will be guaranteed a day of fun. The questions are well-researched and can be used to test your knowledge and determine your personality, depending on the choices that you make. Although designed for kids, this book is also ideal for adults. It will be a welcome addition to any bookshelf!

Liz Konkel

Would You Rather? by Anna Avelino is a delightful resource that is perfect as a game or activity. This will inspire children to develop ideas and to be comfortable sharing opinions and interests. The questions provide a foundation ideal for bonding as a family, with new friends, and in a classroom with a teacher as they promote conversations and laughter. With more than 350 questions, this book encourages children to be creative, to laugh, and to take an interest in others’ interests and opinions. Perfect to pass the time on road trips or for a family game night, the choices these questions offer range from silly to wild but each one is thought-provoking and creates a playground for the imagination.

This book will get kids thinking outside the box and encourage them to be social, ask each other questions, and even gain insight into their own interests. For parents, this can entertain children in the car and as unique game night fun. This is a great way for teachers to give children a break from schoolwork and is perfect for the first day with a new class. Disguised as simple and wacky questions, the brain teasers help children strengthen their decision-making abilities and even subtly incorporate new vocabulary. The type of questions are broken down by theme so children have a choice of category and they’ll be able to choose what interests them. The number of questions and categories provides many hours of fun and plenty of variety to make each time a different game. Black and white illustrations are included throughout to add to the book's playfulness and will help keep children's attention. The creativity of the images pairs well with the different themes. Would You Rather? by Anna Avelino is a playful activity book that promotes laughter and creativity in children while serving multiple functions with hours of fun, deep thinking, and bonding between friends, family, and classmates.