Adventures in Technology is a great read for kids who are into history and love learning fun facts. The story features a diverse group of friends and magical time-traveling elevator that shrinks its passengers, guided by a mysterious old man and his quirky crab companion. From an adult perspective, it’s…. definitely a lot to take in, but for my kid, it’s fun, engaging, and pretty silly.

The illustrations are vibrant and fun, showcasing the different time periods the characters visit. Every page is filled with elements that reflect the era, making it easy for kids to immerse themselves in history. I also enjoyed the additional dialogue between the kids. It brings their personalities to life and adds a playful dynamic to the story. The quiz at the back is a great touch, reinforcing what kids learned throughout the journey.

I would have loved this book as a kid! It makes history feel exciting and interactive, blending education with adventure in a way that keeps young readers engaged. Overall, I think this book is a fun way to introduce the history of technology, showing how past inventions have shaped our current knowledge and paved the way for the future.

A book full of information about the various technologies and tools that human beings have invented over thousands of years! Ben Hubbard's text and story is engaging and doesn't seem long or too "informative." The characters take you on a journey where on each spread you land in a different era and time, to learn about the technology invented. The book is full of facts and you learn a lot on every page.

Max Rambaldi does a brilliant job of illustrating this book; that features many small and big details and keeping the art as authentic as possible from the time it shows!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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This book is so fun and informative. I would have loved to read a book like this as a child. Not to say I didn’t love reading it as an adult, because I did! Also I must add that the illustrations are absolutely beautiful.