Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to read and review How to Survive Without Grown-Ups by Larry Hayes.

I read this one with one of my students and they loved it. It got a lot of laughs from us both, and I loved the illustrations.
Was a great book for children to middle grade, and would be perfect for reading to kids before bedtime or in the classroom.
I enjoyed it!

My 10 year old loved this story of 2 kids that had to save their parents in an epic space adventure! Lots of crazy characters and plot twists. Many thanks to Simon and Schuster UK Children’s and Netgalley for the ARC

In 2053, Eliza and Johnnie’s parents have been given the Chance of a Lifetime and taken a one-way trip to Mars. However, Eliza can’t shake the feeling that something is a bit off about this situation. So, they stage an astronomically epic rescue mission to get their parents back. Decorated with funny, quirky illustrations and some loveable characters, this crazy ride explores the special bond between siblings. There is also commentary on climate change and the fact that it’s still a life-threatening issue in the 2050s. I really enjoyed meeting an array of odd creatures and seeing some nifty technological solutions in action too. A heartwarming, eccentric adventure for young readers everywhere!

My daughter loved this funny book of adventures, the great illustrations, and even the annoying little brother.

We always want to grow up so quick so when mum and dad have gone to Mars this is the best news ever!
But is it though?
Eliza and Johnnie need to know what is going on and what has actually happened to their parents?
Was so funny and a brilliant read defo one for fans of Tom gates and diary of a wimpy kid.

How to Survive Without Grown-Ups is the zany, madcap and off the wall adventure story of Eliza and her little brother Johnnie. Abandoned by their parents, the siblings are left to launch a rescue mission which takes them straight into the path of a James Bond style baddie, complete with a secret island full of traps, an unplanned trip to space and some evil robots.

This book would really appeal to children in Year 3 upwards. It doesn’t take itself too seriously and the presentation makes it interesting visually to read. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.