The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet
The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1988
Book Brief
Beta195
Novel • Fiction
Pacific coast, California • 1950s
1988
YA
9-12 years
1030L
Super Short Summary
In The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet by Eleanor Cameron, two boys, David and Chuck, respond to an unusual newspaper ad and embark on a space adventure. They meet an alien scientist, Mr. Bass, who guides them to the Mushroom Planet, where they must help its inhabitants solve a critical problem.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Exciting
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet by Eleanor Cameron is praised for its imaginative plot and whimsical adventure, captivating young readers with its unique premise. Positive feedback highlights the creativity and charm, while some critique the dated scientific concepts and character development. Overall, it's a nostalgic classic that still delights many fans.
Who Should Read The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet?
A fan of whimsical science fiction, aged 8-12, who enjoys adventures akin to Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator by Roald Dahl or the imaginative worlds of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, will delight in the cosmic journey and discovery found in Eleanor Cameron's The Wonderful Flight to the Mushroom Planet.
2,931 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
195
Novel • Fiction
Pacific coast, California • 1950s
1988
YA
9-12 years
1030L
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