nice rhyming text, boy loves science more than anything and is sent to camp, where he finds ... more science. ( )

Author Michael Chesworth creates a character to fall in love with in this humorous and beautifully illustrated picture book. Archibald Frisby, is a little boy with "science on the brain," whose resistance to "typical" boy activities gives his mother fits. Prefering physics to football, biology to baseball and mathematics to mischief, Archibald spurns his exasperated mother's attempts to have him assimilate. At her wits end, Mother sends Archibald to summer camp where his worlds collide. Remaining true to his passions but like a good scientist, willing to explore unchartered territory, Archibald teachs others and in the process learns about himself. Chesworth's lyrical prose is complemented by his colorful and intricate illustrations. A great book for children as they will learn that fun comes in many different forms and holding steadfast to principles is Archibald's ultimate triumph.