The Secret Explorers and the Rainforest Rangers

The Secret Explorers #5

by D.K. Publishing, S.J. King

Let your little nature-lover take a swing through the rainforest in this conservation-themed fifth instalment of DK's new educational fiction series!Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from outer space to dinosaurs, and each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration".The Secret Explorers series is a reminder to kids that they are limited only by their imagination and teaches them that learning is enjoyable! But most of all, these educational books encourage children to believe that they can become experts in something they love.This edge-of-your-seat science book for kids is packed- Fun facts and illustrations about animals and plants found in the rainforest of Borneo- Simple and engaging explanations on how deforestation is altering our planet's biodiversity- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitions- Information that support's STEM curriculumIn this fun, fact-filled children's science book, we follow rainforest expert Ollie on an exciting mission to rescue a lost baby orangutan in the steamy rainforest of Borneo. Accompanied by engineering expert Kiki, they set out in a glider to search for the friendly ape.Along the way, they encounter greedy plantation owners who are plotting to destroy the forest to expand a palm oil plantation! They also learn about the threat that endangered animals and plants face due to deforestation. Kids will love turning the pages to find out if the Secret Explorers manage to succeed in their mission!It's the perfect gift for children aged 7-9 who love all things rainforest. Packed with lots of information on animal and plant life, this epic adventure book gives them a thrilling introduction to nature.Each book in the series combines exciting adventures with real-life facts related to the Secret Explorers' latest fictional mission.Complete the seriesDon't miss out on more secret explorations! Dive into an underwater adventure in The Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales . Travel back in time to save a dinosaur egg from destruction in The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue . Finally, set out on a journey to stop the Cairo Museum from closing down in The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers .

Genres: Childrens, Chapter Books, Fiction

Paperback

Published April 1, 2021

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Amy Ayan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks, NetGalley and DK Children, for the ARC of this book.
Read and reviewed by seven-year-old Amy.

‘The Secret Explorers and the Rainforest Rangers’ is a chapter book about Ollie, who is part of the Secret Explorers team. Ollie is the Rainforest Explorer, and Kiki is an Engineering Explorer. Ollie and Kiki are going on a mission together. Their mission is to go to Borneo, Southeast Asia, and save an orangutan.
Can Ollie and Kiki rescue the orangutan? Read this fantastic adventure book to find out!

In this book, I learned about rainforests, plantations, durians, rafflesia, palm trees' fruits, and palm oil.
I love the illustrations in this book and the cover, too.

I recommend this book for children 5 years and above.
This book can be used in a classroom or at home to teach about rainforests and plants.

I give this book 5/5 stars as it was very engaging and kept me hooked till the end.

[Meghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was received as an ARC from DK Children in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

I was so fascinated on the plot for this book that I had to continue reading to see if they saved their friend Fig the orangutan and be the heroes of the rainforest. This book also was filled with so many fun facts that can help young children expand their STEM knowledge plus not to mention, the illustrations were cute and will spark interest. We have been looking for educational chapter books that children will enjoy that will help expand their knowledge in school and that our teacher community will love as well and keep in their classrooms.

We will consider adding this title to our JFiction collection at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an electronic ARC from DK through NetGalley.
The Explorers are back and it's Ollie and Kiki's turn to go on a mission. They are sent to Borneo in the heart of the rainforest. After a tour of the animal preserve, they figure out their mission to find the baby orangutan. As they search for the missing orangutan, they also stumble on a palm plantation that plans to destroy more of the rainforest. With the help of the rest of their team, they find Fig and stop the destruction.
King continues to develop the characters and weaves science throughout the story. Readers learn about the rainforest's role in keeping the planet alive and about working to save it for the future. The illustrations support the text and let readers feel like they are traveling along with Ollie and Kiki.
Terrific series for mid-elementary level readers.

[Lilly Woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is an amazing read for 3rd grade. I taught a lesson that went with it and the students loved it. I honestly enjoyed reading this book as well because it was super interesting and keeps you on the edge of your seat. This book is about 2 kids who get sent off to search for a missing orangutan. These kids have to find their way through the rainforest to find the orangutan. On their way through the rainforests they have a few set backs they have to adjust and pick a different way to go fast. This is a great transitional book for kids as well. I really enjoyed this book with my students and I think you would too.

[Sierra Dertinger · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite early chapter series! I just love the whole premise of this series and the chosen explorers based on the mission at hand. This one focused on a mission where Fig, an orangutan, was missing, but also plantation owners were going to bulldoze part of the rainforest for an expansion to their palm oil plantation. Ollie, the rainforest explorer, and Kiki, the engineering explorer, had to save the rainforest before it was too late! Again, very engaging, beautiful illustrations, great back matter to learn more about rainforests and a quiz for children to take.

[Lucy Hudson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is quickly becoming my seven. year old's favorite. We read these together before bed and he is completely enraptured by the stories! In this installment, Ollie and Kiki travel to the rainforest of Borneo, make friends with an orangutan, and go up against a palm oil plantation. I love how King weaves science into the story!

[Cris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m the fifth installment of the Secret Explorers, Ollie and Leah are sent to Bornean rainforest to save a baby orangutan. 🦧 Ollie is a specialist in the rainforest and Leah is specialist in biology. This is a great series as each child as their own special talent and by working together they can accomplish great things!

[Elina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very nice especially adventurous too so Ollie and kiki set of to the island of burned and there starts their adventure it is dangerous but its fiction nothing to worry about but at the same time its a very very big comedy you should read it and this adventure also requires lots of teamwork.

[Anna Davidson · Rating 3 out of 5]

An enjoyable series for lower primary students. Action packed stories with strong, relevant and engaging environmental themes.

[Evan · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was fun because their was a quiz at the end of the book. And, I liked it because their was a Glossary at the end of the book.

[Jenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

My kids love the books and I like the diversity in characters.

[Jonathan]

Fun chapters book to read with the kids - like a more scientific, diverse, and modern Magic Tree House.

[Eileen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great little series of fun adventure with lots of science. I didn't love that this one had (kind of cartoonish) human villains.

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[Miisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for the kids, easy read for bed time.

[Arnav Bhardwaj · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun and informative read!

[Ashleigh Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I READ THIS book with my 5 YEAR OLD

[PottWab Regional Library]

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[Charlotte Sekotill · Rating 4 out of 5]

My five year old loved this. Full of adventure and environmental facts, you are learning as you read the story. Ollie and Kiki are part of The Secret Explorers team (Nature Superheroes) who are tasked with saving an area of rainforest from being cut down. It's a great way to educate yourself and child on environmental topics. The writing is fast paced and punchy with lovely illustrations but the text can feel jarring occasionally. We will be continuing with the series and highly recommend.