Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another fantastic book from Lois, Carrie is enjoying going through the boxes in grandmas closet, learning new words and meanings. In this book we learn the word DOWSE and the multiple meanings, will she get DOWSED in water or find something special?
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Treasure Hunt is Book Four in the Grandma’s Closet Series. It is a delightful children’s book that follows the adventures of a young girl named Carrie. When a potted plant arrives from the florist on Carrie’s doorstep the care instructions say to Dowse the plant. Carrie remembers that one of the boxes left in the closet when Grandma moved across town was labelled Dowse. She goes to the closet and inside the box finds two dousing rods which she uses to try to find treasure. What Carrie finds in her adventure is far more valuable than water or buried treasure. A great book with an important underlying message about what is truly important in life. I love how the author can take a simple story and make it whimsical, fun, and entertaining for children while also conveying important messages and lessons. The illustrations are colorful and really bring the story to life.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The illustrations are beautiful. I like how the book is just the right length for my son. It keeps his attention and makes him excited for story time. He likes the repeating characters and being able to recognize them.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Carrie’s mom received flowers in the mail with a note on how to take care of them. As she read the note she recognized a word – dowse. She recognized that this word was on one of her Grandma’s boxes in the closet. Carrie opened the box and they had dowsing rods in it with a note that they would find treasure. She goes on a hunt for treasure and it isn’t till the end where she finds her true treasure – Grandma. Grandma also has a new box for her with no label. When Carrie asks what it is, Grandma tells her she will know when she’s ready.
I did like that keywords were highlighted to help kids with vocabulary. As a story, it was just okay. There wasn’t much explanation of what dowsing rods actually are, the story felt like it jumped from one topic to another, and then it ended without finding out what was in the box. I always feel this author’s books are discombobulated.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lois Wickstrom’s Treasure Hunt is another winner! Carrie’s journey with the dowsing rods is captivating, and Wickstrom’s storytelling draws you right in. The illustrations are beautiful, adding to the magic of the tale. Wickstrom has a talent for turning everyday moments into extraordinary adventures. It’s a heartwarming story about family and finding true treasures. Kids will adore the enchanting elements sprinkled throughout the book, while parents will appreciate its meaningful message. Treasure Hunt is a delightful addition to Wickstrom’s Grandma’s Closet series, sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Each time I pick up a book from this author, my family and I go on a wonderful adventure! My kids always get super excited when I let them know we’re starting a Lois Wickstrom book. This one is the third book in the Grandma’s Closet series, and I loved it just as much as the others! Carrie has a special relationship with her grandmother, so when she moved, it was a bit difficult for her. Her Grandma left some boxes behind that Carrie explores and finds dowsing rods. You’ll never guess what happens after that, but it’s an amazing tale of finding treasure in the unexpected. I highly recommend sharing this with the young ones in your life as you will enjoy it as much as they do!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My son and I love all of Lois Wickstrom’s books. This grandma’s closet series is our favorite. It has a special place for us. I think this one was our favorite so far. We loved that Carrie thought grandma was the treasure she was looking for. Her grandma says it is something else. We can’t wait to find out what the treasure really is!
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another fun adventure by Lois Wickstrom. This time Carrie finds dowsing rods and sets out to find some treasure. Do they really work? She definitely finds something valuable in the end. I definitely recommend this book.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love Lois Wickstrom books. I haven’t read one I didn’t love. She has a way of telling stories that just draw you in. As an adult, I find that an amazing quality in an author. My nephew is 4 and he adores her stories, we look at the pictures and talk about what the story means, and even though he is usually not 100% clear on whats going on, he still enjoys them. I absolutely suggest this book should
be in any classroom library.
Review By
Manda Kelly
Lots of imagination this one. Author has always done a great job opening up children’s minds. Easy to read and follow along. Always enjoy able stories, that will have you talking after your reading is finished. Recommend for your library at home for little ones in years and heart.Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lots of imagination this one. Author has always done a great job opening up children’s minds. Easy to read and follow along. Always enjoy able stories, that will have you talking after your reading is finished. Recommend for your library at home for little ones in years and heart.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Treasure Hunt (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom. I love this author so much and I pick up all her books. My 5 year old nephew loves them too and we always read them together. This series is about what Grandma left in the closet at Carrie’s house when Grandma moved out. Carrie feels really close to her Grandma when she finds things in this closet. Today she finds Dowsing Rods and Grandma’s note says Dowsing is more than just getting wet. Carrie decides to really look into Dowsing rods and their different meanings so the adventure begins. These books make great gifts for families and teachers. Pick up this fun little book for an adventure with your kids!
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a cute children’s book about seeing the precious gifts in your life. Using the dowsing rods she finds in her grandma’s closet, Carrie finds out that there are many kinds of treasures, not just the gold she first went looking for. This is such a cute adventure which many kids will enjoy reading.
Lois Wickstrom is a fantastic children’s author and my family has read and enjoyed several of her books. This book has some beautifully rendered illustrations as well. Treasure Hunt is one of our favorites because it lets you see the truly precious gifts in your life.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another great story in the Grandma’s Closet series. In this story, Carrie finds dowsing rods in her Grandma’s Keep Closet and she learns that whatever she asks them to find, they will. When she’s not impressed with her initial asks (gold and water) she asks them to find something valuable. The rods lead her to something extremely valuable (plus another surprise…perhaps for another story). As I always say with Wickstrom’s books, I absolutely love her ability to intertwine science and “school” learning with “emotional” learning and life lessons and this story is no different. I really enjoy the Grandma’s Closet series and am looking forward to the next installment.
Reviewed by @meggs1717
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Another fantastic read from Lois Wickstrom. We follow Carrie as she discovers the things that her grandma left behind. I love the relationship between them, it reminds me of the relationship I had with my grandma. Highly recommended.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a good kid’s book that is a fun story about recognizing different types of treasure in your life. Treasure Hunt is the fourth book in the Grandma’s Closet Series. Very age-appropriate vocabulary for newer readers and would be an easy read for early elementary kids. A cute story about Carrie and her hunt for treasure in unexpected places using the dowsing rods she found in Grandma’s closet.
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Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Magic and imagination!!! This story is full of a bit of both. This is the perfect book to share with the kid in your life who still takes all those adventures without every really leaving home. Wickstrom has continued to paint a story showing you can have a strong bond with someone even when they are not with you all the time, which is what Carrie and her Grandmother have. When she moved, she left 4 boxes each that have contained items that have helped on the other adventures Carrie has already been on. I would recommend the whole series! You won’t be disappointed.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a cute little story full of fantasy and magic. Carrie’s grandmother knew that Carrie needed magic in her life to help her prepare for a party that was making her nervous to attend so she provided her with the magic Wandas which helped her become less nervous. The story is cute and I think many little children will enjoy the story of Carrie and the magic wandas.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Magical story! We are already a big fan of this author and will continue to be. This will tap into your imagination and take you away. This was a fast read and page turner. I recommend this for all readers alike, young or old.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My kids and I absolutely adore each book we pick up from this author, and this one definitely ranks in our top 3 favorites for sure! This continues from the first book where we read about the items Carrie’s grandmother left behind when she moved. I love the bond between her and her grandma so much, and you can really feel it throughout the story. The magic of imagination here is tremendous as she finds a box of Magic Wandas and goes on an adventure! The illustrations are beautiful, and I truly enjoy the different fonts that are used throughout. My kiddos always leave these books with a smile, but this one created a whole new game to play thanks to the creativity of this author. I highly recommend picking this up and sharing with the young ones in your life. I bet you’ll get a kick out of it as well!
Reviewed by @shannlynn
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
My son (7yo) and I always enjoy all of the books by Lois Wickstrom. They are always so much fun to read. The Grandma’s closet series is always filled with magic and fun. Who doesn’t love magic? After reading, you and your kids will find yourself wanting some magic wandas of your own!
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Carrie looks through the stuff grandma left behind when she moved. (Which you read about in the previous book.) In the closet she finds wooden flowers, which her grandmother tells her are Magic Wandas, not wands. This is where her fun adventure begins, using her imagination as the key.
I love this fun book about the power of imagination and all the things your imagination can create. Will everyone understand what you create? No, Carrie’s mom is a perfect example of this in the story, but that shouldn’t stop you from dreaming and creating! Definitely a fun read for younger children.
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Treasure hunt is another fun book on the Grandma’s Closet series. Carrie opened the Dowse box from Grandma’s Closet. These boxes are always filled with fun and magical things, however, these just look like sticks. But, turns out they are magical sticks called dowsing rods, which Carrie takes around her house and yard. We had fun looking for the white cat in many of the pictures. My son says he needs the next book to find out what’s in the box from Grandma. These books are very colorful and magical.
Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Magic Wanda is another book in the Grandma’s Closet series, and I read it with my 8 year old. We are big dans of this author, but this book was not our favorite. It required the stretching of imagination a little further than my son has, so perhaps for younger readers. Carrie’s Grandma no longer lives with them, but has a closet full of goodies. Carrie often goes into the closet when she is missing her Grandma. This time she found a box of “Wandas” – magic wands. She takes these Wandas on magical adventures around her house and yard, having them transform into various things. The illustrations are always colorful and engaging.
Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Treasure Hunt by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The excitement was real with my kids when they realised we had another new book by this author to read. And what a book it is. This is a great addition to the series. It is fun, imaginative and a truly great story to read. As usual, we have already read this book multiple times and I am sure we will read it many more.
For me, with every book this author produces, it is the illustrations that are the best. They bring any story the author writes to life and makes them more engaging and entertaining. We all love looking through each of them and this book was no exception. This is a fantastic book and another favourite to add to the collection.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom. I love this series and my 6 year old nephew loves them as well. We read each one that comes out together. Its the continuing story of a young girl named Carrie and her Grandma who used to live with her but has recently moved. Her Grandma left a closet full of stuff so Wanda loves getting into it. When she looks this time she finds a box full of wooden flowers that her grandma calls Magic Wanda’s. The Magic Wanda’s want to play and Carrie’s mom is getting aggravated because she is trying to get ready for a party. These books are so fun and full of imagination and play. They would make amazing gifts and great for a teacher and their classroom.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
There are so many wonderful things hidden in Grandma’s closet and Carrie keeps opening them one after another. This time, she picks up a wooden flower, these are magical flowers which do not like to be wet. Carrie seeks grandma’s advice but grandma wants her to explore on her own.
More than the magic itself, it is a beautiful bond between the grandma and the granddaughter which are a highlight of this story. The illustrations can be a little better . But the overall heart of the story is set in the right place. Children will love this story.
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Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom
Magic Wanda is the third book in Grandma’s Closet. This is a fun children’s book that is aimed for children ages 4-8 but any child can enjoy this super fun story. My five year olds imagination took off as soon as I started reading and the colorful illustrations brought the story to life. We read the story as is the first time and then my son wanted to read it and what an adventure we went on. We love this author and her fun stories that teach important lessons. We look forward to reading more from this Author and probably this story many more times.
Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Carrie and her grandma have a special bond. The biggest part of this is their love for adventure and their unstoppable imaginations. Here is yet another example of this. Captivating illustrations and an awesome adventure that will thrill any kid. I love the stories this author creates.
