Being a father of five can be a full time job.

One of the benefits of that job is getting to read to my kids. I love spending time with them, and reading to your kids has several benefits, both to you and to your children.

Recently, I read Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure to my three older kids. It’s a cute story about a monkey and a triceratops who hike deep into the Grand Canyon with a mysterious tour guide. As they examine rock layers, fossils and local wildlife, they arrive at some stunning conclusions about the origins of the Grand Canyon.

Normally, when I review a book, I give my opinions about it. This time, however, I thought it appropriate to allow my kids to express their thoughts concerning Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure.

Titus (Age 7)

JR – Did you like Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure?
Titus – Yeah!

JR – What was your favorite part?
Titus – The part when the Captain saved him (Charlie).

JR – Who was your favorite character?
Titus – Charlie the monkey.

JR – How do you think the Grand Canyon was formed?
Titus – The flood.

JR – Should your friends read this book?
Titus – Yeah!

Lydia (Age 9)

JR – Did you like Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure?
Lydia – Yeah!

JR – What was your favorite part?
Lydia – The part when Charlie fell into the river.

JR – Who was your favorite character?
Lydia – The Captain.

JR – How do you think the Grand Canyon was formed?
Lydia – Noah’s flood.

JR – Who do you think should read this book?
Lydia – I think Kayna and Belle should read this book!

Hannah (Age 12)

JR – Did you like Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure?
Hannah – Yep!

JR – What was your favorite part?
Hannah – The part where the captain saved Charlie.

JR – Who was your favorite character?
Hannah – I liked Trike.

JR – How do you think the Grand Canyon was formed?
Hannah – When God sent the flood.

JR – Who do you think should read this book?
Hannah – I think younger kids that are just starting church and that don’t understand should read this book.

And there you have it. Three kids, three exuberant expressions of enthusiasm for Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure!  I fully recommend that you grab a copy of this book and read it to your kids.  It will be worth your time!

If you have kids, do you read stories to them? How have you seen your relationship with your children grow from this? You can leave your thoughts in the comments section below.

If you are interested in reading Charlie And Trike In The Grand Canyon Adventure, you can purchase it at Amazon.com.

Disclosure of Material Connection:
I received this book free from New Leaf Press/Master Books as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. Also, some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links”. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.“