Not So Brilliant Books For Boys
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Sorry to disagree with some of the reviewers on here but I would like to disagree and rename the book 'The Dangerous Book for Dads!'
Don't get me wrong - it IS a great book - but not for boys!
I think it is Dads and Grandads who love it most.
We bought it on impulse because WE liked it! Our son looked at and took a polite interest in the activities but didn't choose to refer to it again.
A lovely book, but not for boys to actually read?
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PERFECT
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The Dangerous Book for Boys shows how much better a book can be compared to videogames or activities that involve being sat down in front of a TV. Illustrating fun, creative activities and promoting outdoor exercise as well as a variety of games that will put readers' mind to the test, this book is simply perfect.
To top it up, it isn't all just fun and games, it is also educational thanks to the interesting historical and geographical facts, which top up the readers' experience with knowledge.
I strongly recommend this intelligent, beautifully illustrated, very entertaining book that will satisfy everyone, not just boys.
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Got For XMas, what rubbish!
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Each double page is like the center fold from the old Funday Times, full of useless 'factoids' out of context.
OK, i do admit that this book was never aimed at my age group (20+) but i would consider it a waste of brain space for any one younger who can't sort the useful information from the majority of junk.
Most of the content should be learnt in a social context, i.e. at clubs such as scouts rather than read by ones self.
Final point: all of the articles in the book are what i concider Final Summeries that leave the reader whithout any background or true understanding unless you have encountered them before.
Better Alternatives:
Something like the SAS survival guide
A Ray Mears book
Conclusion:
A present for some one you don't know(like) very well, that will be binned or sent to a car-boot in a couple of years.
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Great book for anyone
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My 3yr old daughter has learned to make the paper aeroplanes (along with her older brothers and friends): kept them happy well over an hour. I love the facts lists, the battles descriptions, the poetry, the dog training... My son hardly gets to read this book. The title appeals to boys AND girls as well as their parents.
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A book for Boys & Men
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This book is the perfect gift for boys of all ages. I bought it for my son, but my husband seems to enjoy it just as much. They enjoy doing the projects together and it gets both of them away from the TV. It has been a good bonding means as well as brought a lot of fun into our house. I highly recommend this book as well as the book 'Understanding: Train of Thought'.
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