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Lea Dives In (American Girl Today)

Book 1 of 3 in the Lea Series

By Lisa Yee

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Interest Level	Reading Level	Reading A-Z	ATOS	Word Count
Grades 4 - 8	Grade 5	n/a	4.9	25629

Lea Clark is ten years old and ready to explore the whole world, just like her grandmother! But first she'll start with a family trip to Brazil, where her big brother, Zac, is studying the rainforest. Lea is really excited to see the ocean and when she does, she realizes she'd rather take picture of it than swim in it. Can she overcome her fear and dive in? Then she meets a fun new friend who inspires her to embrace the thrills and beauty of Brazil. But when the fun turns to danger, Lea must find the courage to face adventure head on! Where will the next adventure take her?

Paperback, 160 pages

Published on January 1, 2016 by American Girl

ISBN-10: 1609589971

ISBN-13: 9781609589974

106 Book Reviews

rah-rahTuesday, August 1, 2017 at 3:13 pm
If you love American Girl books or adventure books you should really read this book. I feel like reading it again because it was that good of a book! I really reccomend this book.
din10Friday, July 28, 2017 at 4:09 pm55 stars
Lea Clark is ten years old and ready to explore the whole world, just like her grandmother! But first she'll start with a family trip to Brazil, where her big brother, Zac, is studying the rainforest this book was awesome! thanks for reading my review
tliviThursday, July 27, 2017 at 1:07 pm55 stars
Lea is part of the american girl doll books. She gets to go to Brazil to visit her brother. She make new friends and get to learn about animals and eat new foods.
smallpaul12Saturday, July 22, 2017 at 1:45 pm55 stars
I have had this book at my house for a while and started it when I was young and didn't understand it but now I am older and understand it and love it!
lilibelleTuesday, July 18, 2017 at 8:28 pm44 stars
Lea dives in was another great American Girl book. It is amazing how the story of each and every one of the American Girl's is truly unique in it's own way.
ashtynfaveroMonday, July 17, 2017 at 9:28 am
Lea lives in St Louis Missouri, with her brother, Zach, her mom and dad, and her turtle, Ginger. Her grandmother, Ama, passed away, but before she did, she gave Lea her compass necklace. For Leas 10 birthday, Ama gave her a waterproof camera. Lea wondered why, because she was afraid of water. Ama said, she would help Lea overcome her fears. Lea said Ama was the most adventurous person ever. When Zach went to went to college, he went to Brazil. Now, Lea and her family are going to visit Zach. When they got there, Lea hardly recognized him. Lea really wanted to see the beach, so in the morning, she got her family up, and Zach ended up taking her. Zach splashed Lea, and she got very, very, mad. Later that day, Lea and her family went to the turtle sanctuary, and found out that baby turtles were hatching that very night. So, Lea and her family went to dinner. Lea poured onions and spices over her food, and Zach tells her to stop, but she doesn't. Soon, she feels like her mouth is on fire, and a girl just smiles and waves. The next day, Lea meets the girl again, and finds her name is Camila. Lea and Camila become friends. Lea and Zach meet Camila's cousin, Paloma. Then, their family goes on a snorkeling trip, and Lea loves it. They go again the day after that, but they all have a suprise for Lea, since it is their last day. They all go on a snorkeling trip, to the shipwreck, and Lea loses her camera. She finds it, and the Lea, Zach, and their Dad go hiking, and Lea's dad falls of a cliff. Zach and Lea get help, and their mom, who is on a surfing lesson, says Zach and Lea are her heros. Then, Camila gets Lea a dress, and they go to the celebration of Yemanja. Lea gives Yemanja her compass, and she and Zach watch as it floats away.
springchick114Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 2:42 pm55 stars
I read this book and I think it is amazing. Honestly, I love all books that involve the ocean. I love the ocean. I also think the american girl doll for Lea is beautiful. She has beautiful, wavy hair and bright green eyes. I absolutely adore it!
pizzagirl7Friday, June 23, 2017 at 7:16 pm33 stars
Lea (a 10 year old) was going on a trip to Brazil and she is going to go there with her brother and she has not seen him in a long time but he looks different now! 😶But she has a great time with her brother and makes new friends!💋😁 I liked it a little bit I just could not really get into it tho but that my opinion😆😆😆 I would rate it 3/5🌟#i love reading so much💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
ajg15Friday, June 23, 2017 at 7:05 pm33 stars
Lea Clark is a 10 year old girl who gets to go to Brazil! She is going to see her big brother Zac who she has not seen in 3 years. When she sees him she notices he looks different... Lea is so so so excited to go see the ocean but she soon realizes she is scared and would much rather take pictures... She meets some great new friends and goes on a great adventure! But will Lea ever dive in? Read more to find out. 3/5🌟
levi0saThursday, June 22, 2017 at 1:05 pm33 stars
At first I didn't think I would like this book. But I stayed with it and ending up really liking it in the end. I think the character Lea would be a fun person to hangout with. I liked learning about Brazil and the rain forest.