It's been over a year since Omri discovered in The Indian in the Cupboard that, with the turn of a key, he could magically bring to life the...
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Jul 02, 2009
Kim
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In my humble little opinion this book is practically equal in its appeal to the first, which can be tricky for a sequel.
The magic is still there and its still a charming story, with the added bonus of extra characters such as Matron and Corporal Fickits.
I love the way the dialogue is written especially that of Little Bull and Boone, and the author has really made it very easy to fully imagine the personality of each little person.
I've read descriptions of the remaining books in More...
The magic is still there and its still a charming story, with the added bonus of extra characters such as Matron and Corporal Fickits.
I love the way the dialogue is written especially that of Little Bull and Boone, and the author has really made it very easy to fully imagine the personality of each little person.
I've read descriptions of the remaining books in More...
Aug 31, 2009
Kressel
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In some ways, this sequel is even better than the first book. Omri is a year older, so he's dealing with more mature issues, specifically some skinhead bullies in his new neighborhood. Similarly, Patrick, who spends part of the book denying that the events of the first ever happened, also represents this oncoming maturity. The boys are nearing the end of childhood.
The first few chapters are entirely non-magical. Omri has won a writing contest for the story of the Indian. Even thoug More...
The first few chapters are entirely non-magical. Omri has won a writing contest for the story of the Indian. Even thoug More...
May 07, 2011
Myles
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Picking up a year after the events of the first book, The Return of the Indian lacks a lot of the power and insight of the The Indian in the Cupboard. Omri's family has moved to a bigger house in a rougher neighborhood, his friend Patrick has moved away and he's taunted by skinheads every afternoon on the walk back from school.
Omri has won a writing contest with a story called "The Plastic Indian" and with Patrick back in the city for a few days they decide to bring Little Be More...
Omri has won a writing contest with a story called "The Plastic Indian" and with Patrick back in the city for a few days they decide to bring Little Be More...
Apr 01, 2010
Melissa
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I am not sure why Lynne Reid Banks feels the need to ruin these great books with coarse words. The Indian in the Cupboard series are great. Boys and girls both love them. There isn't much that could be more exciting to a child than their toys coming to life. But is it necessary to us a--, and other words similar to this in a child's book? I just finished reading this aloud to my children. They loved it. I edited out the words that weren't necessary as I was going.
Jul 17, 2009
John
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A sequel to the book "The Indian in the Cupboard", but not as exciting as the prequel. If you want to read this book, you do not have had to read the first book. The book doesn't really have any adventure, and even though there are lots of problems in the book, the problems are solved in very unlikely ways, especially at the end.
May 12, 2011
Louise
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G says: I liked the part where one of his friends went into the treasure chest, and the other friend locked the chest, then he said Patrick but there was no answer. The boy who had the key touched his boys and it felt cold. It was suspenseful. It was a good story.
Jul 07, 2009
Robin
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This is the 2nd book in the series and just as enjoyable as the first. I read these books to my children when they were younger and they loved them. In this book other plastic figurines are brought to life and the fun expands. Very creative storyline.
Nov 13, 2011
Anna
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Omri brought little bear. and he got shot in the back. so Omri put tommy in the cupboard and he was dead. NO!!! So he brought back a doctor her name was maitren. and she got the bullets out of little bear's back.
Dec 09, 2007
Sarah
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The Return of the Indian is the second of the Indian in the Cupboard series. After a year of keeping the cupboard locked, Omri decides to see Little Bear again.
When Omri brings Little Bear back to life he learns first hand the brutality of war. In an effort to help Little Bear win the war, Omri and his friends interfere first by sending weapons back and then by going back themselves.
See, it's not the cupboard that's magic, it's actually the key. But what and who can go ba More...
When Omri brings Little Bear back to life he learns first hand the brutality of war. In an effort to help Little Bear win the war, Omri and his friends interfere first by sending weapons back and then by going back themselves.
See, it's not the cupboard that's magic, it's actually the key. But what and who can go ba More...
May 10, 2010
Im on page 100 of the return of the indian were Little Bear [thats' the indian:] is hurt in battle and omri and patrick go and get more indians to help fight the french who had shot little bear right now there gonna see if they can help him
Jul 28, 2009
Callie
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My 6 yr old son enjoyed this one too, but I don't think either of us liked it nearly as much as the first book. It was a bit slower paced and since Little Bear was injured and out of the picture a lot, there was not as much of the entertaining dialouge with him. Whereas the first book was off and running within the first 2 pages, this one took a while to get off the ground. Family problems and problems with bullies show up here. I think this was probably too mature for my son and it took us
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Oct 18, 2011
Rachael
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oh my word! 1 of the best books i've ever read. filled with adventure, mystery, and a few sad deaths. if you wish your toys could come alive, this is the book for you!!
Sep 08, 2009
Rachael
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Another audio book. There is a touch of language that bothers me slightly, but otherwise it was a great one to listen to. For boys in particular, but it was a hit with my girls.
Mar 11, 2011
Nancy St. Clair
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This is the second book in The Indian and the Cupboard series. It picked up right where the previous book left off. A superb series full of adventure.
Jun 12, 2011
Scott
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Great story. My girls (ages 6, 7, 9) loved this one, too. They couldn't let me read just one chapter a day when we got near the end.
Jun 26, 2010
Jessime
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After you've read the first in the series you'll deffinatly be hungry for more. This book is the perfect sequal to the amazing beginning.
Sep 30, 2011
Peviewops
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Wow! The indian returns, more demanding than ever, through Omri´s magic and secret cupboard. I can´t wait to read the next 1!
Aug 30, 2009
Alan
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Remember when the tiny cowboy came out and shot tiny bullets at the Indian and he had to animate a tiny doctor to take them out?
May 27, 2011
10-11 Noah
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In order to help Little Bear out, Omri has to find a way to get himself into the cupboard. Can he do it?
Jul 01, 2010
Krizia Anna
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It brought me back to my childhood as Omir and Patrick brought back their toys back to life. I loved it because it gave us something new that the cupboard is not really what's magical but the key. It reveals more about time-travel. I loved every part of this book!
Mar 21, 2010
Tara
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Wasn't as fun as the first one, but Ali and I will still keep reading the other books in the series.
Feb 17, 2010
Kathleen
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This book is not reccommended to read in order to discover accurate information about any tribe of American Indians. In addition, the writing is dull.
Jun 27, 2009
Sarah
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Not quite as good as the first book. But my kids are enjoying the continuation of the story.
Aug 22, 2011
Kes22
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I love it because it is very creative and imaginative. It is thrilling and enjoyable.
Apr 27, 2010
Aimee
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Didn't like this one nearly as well as the first, but the kids seemed to enjoy it.
Sep 29, 2010
Sazid
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This is a nice book after you read the first one. The indian in the cupboard
Nov 16, 2009
Joey, about to e-x-p-l-o-d-e.
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I liked this book because it includes a lot of friendship and courage.
