Advice to Parents Traveling with Children

Your best travel consultant may be your 9 to 13 year old children. They know what they like to see and do, and if they have a good time, you'll have a good time. But how do you get them interested in places other than ice cream parlors and music stores? With the Four Corners Books Going ToŽ series. 

Each story stars a young American who has adventures in the featured place, adventures that take advantage of the special nature of the city or region in which they occur. The narratives deftly weave famous tourist attractions and special spots for kids into a gripping adventure that will, in the words of Foreword Magazine, keep young readers with their noses in the book. Each book includes a guide section specifically for kids, written in the first person of the major character in the story. Add a clear map keyed to the guide and parents will find their own travel plans made easier and more enjoyable. You may find that your kids are helping you to plan your itinerary even more than your travel agent! 

A Great Learning Opportunity

Ask young people to pick out Iraq on a map of the Middle East, and only 13 percent can locate it, despite a barrage of headlines. The same goes for Israel or Iran. Even when asked to find 10 specific states on a map of the United States, only California and Texas could be located by a large majority of those surveyed.

Going ToŽ travel novels are ideal for middle grade readers. They address this issue with a combination of adventure story and travel guide that gets kids involved with places through the magic of fiction.

Did you ever like a book's major character so much you didn't want to say goodbye?

In Going ToŽ books, you don't have to. A guide at the end of the story, written in the first person of the major character in the novel is like a personal letter telling you what's great to do and see in the place you just finished reading about.

Add a skillfully drawn map keyed to the guide and both armchair travelers and actual kids can have a terrific time and, shh, learn something.

Why Your Kids Should Read These Books Before You Travel

Children will gain the most from the family vacation if they feel that it is their vacation too. That will happen if they prepare properly. Four Corners Publishing makes that preparation easy with this unique series. Most parents love it when their children know something that they don't. Imagine the pleasure you will have when your children teach you about the sites and history of the city you are visiting! 

A Family Vacation to Remember for the Price of a Book

Many people forget to pack the most important thing needed to ensure a memorable family trip. It's not the camera, it's not the suntan lotion, and it's not even the tickets. It's your kids' enthusiasm. 

Here's what Foreword Magazine wrote about our most recent title, The Bridges in Edinburgh:

"The maps, tour information and Web sites provide nifty references. The series includes adventures in cities in America, plus Paris, Mexico and London. The action and intrigue will keep young readers with their noses in this book. The familiar refrain "Are we there yet?" will come from a desire to explore, rather than as a complaint."

Click here for TEN WAYS TO GET KIDS EXCITED ABOUT THE FAMILY TRIP

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