4.56/5
Author: Keri Smith
Publication Date: May 7, 2013
Formats: PDF,Paperback
Rating: 4.56/5 out of 440
Publisher: New York: Penguin Books (US) # 591 1st Printing 1946
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Jan 18, 2015
Just got my copy of this on last Monday. Not very much a book. Kind of journal. Loving it so much.. I've just completed 3 of 72 challenges. Really a good one to those who love to keep memories. I'm taking it slow because there are so many memories worth to keep! I imagine myself in 10 years' time, I'll be 28 and smiling over my cute handwriting and ah this is dope.Jun 17, 2013
It's not technically a book with its 15 pages of text, it's more of a game, a pocket project, but I wanted to add it just to give it 5 stars and say how much I love it. I got The Pocket Scavenger as a present for my bday yesterday from a friend familiar with my obsession with Keri Smith and today I read the instructions in bed and instantly fell in love. Ahh. I can't wait to get outside and start collecting! I feel that my creativity is powered by the same source as the inspiration of this book, It's not technically a book with its 15 pages of text, it's more of a game, a pocket project, but I wanted to add it just to give it 5 stars and say how much I love it. I got The Pocket Scavenger as a present for my bday yesterday from a friend familiar with my obsession with Keri Smith and today I read the instructions in bed and instantly fell in love. Ahh. I can't wait to get outside and start collecting! I feel that my creativity is powered by the same source as the inspiration of this book, but with a pinch of "oh but I don't want to do that, it would make me uncomfortable".Jun 14, 2013
I was so excited when i got the opportunity to review this book for Spinebreakers. I'd heard so much about Wreck This Journal (which i really really really really want.) which she'd also done so when i finally got this book in the post i jumped up and down in delight.Aug 02, 2013
Update: 8/9/13 I've enjoyed working on this but after having completed 46 of the 72 alterations, I think it's time to give it a rest for a while.May 28, 2013
"The pocket Scavenger" is not a story but a book of lists of things to find. The pages include an object for the reader to search out , the date found and your story behind finding the object. Now if you have kids that always are asking," Mom, I'm bored what can I do?" you and your sanity will benefit from this book. I have 13 children ranging from 6 mos to 20, and this book was fun for the whole family to get involved with, so put away the board games for Wednesday night family time and buy "The pocket Scavenger" is not a story but a book of lists of things to find. The pages include an object for the reader to search out , the date found and your story behind finding the object. Now if you have kids that always are asking," Mom, I'm bored what can I do?" you and your sanity will benefit from this book. I have 13 children ranging from 6 mos to 20, and this book was fun for the whole family to get involved with, so put away the board games for Wednesday night family time and buy this book, its fun and a great way for your kids to practice their writing skills. ...moreMar 24, 2013
To enjoy Keri Smith's books is to BE a certain way in the world. Reading her books also involves so many other verbs--writing, drawing, collecting, observing, messing up, exploring, wondering, mark-making--and this book is no different. Delightful.Nov 21, 2014
It's a really nice book. It helps you become more creative and encourage you to think outside of the box.Feb 21, 2016
This is not me of those books that you read and then put down for a while. It's one that insists on some interaction and playtime and I'm looking forward to having some fun with it.Jan 05, 2015
I didn't enjoy this book quite as much as the others I got (Wreck This Journal, Mess, Finish This Book, This Is Not A Book, How To Be An Explorer Of The World)Mar 26, 2015
Wonderful idea but would rather it was POCKET size. As akin to the stamp books for the national parks so it could easily travel.Mar 02, 2014
its a scavenger hunt. its amazing and passes time.Mar 19, 2015
MY NEW FAVOURITE BOOK. Can I do 5 million library programs about scavenging? Yes.Mar 13, 2015
It's a fun book. By read, i mean i haven't done all of the challenge, I just done 3 or 4 from... IDK how much, but I've read all of them, I was very excited to play this game of scavenger, but well, some weeks have pass, I'm still going to continue!Apr 27, 2015
This is not quite a "book" book. It's kind of journal that would challenged your creativities. The theme for scavenging pretty interesting and you could make it as a fun project.I love the future project thingy!Apr 04, 2014
Although I've only "scavenged" two items so far, I'd like to say I absolutely love this book. It sparks that kind of childhood creativity so many of of us seem to lose and kind of teaches you that the world is a treasure chest, not a mess.May 25, 2013
This is a great book for summer. Especially if you want to keep kids busy and occupied. Great ideas for hunts and you can write in the book to keep everything in one place.Jan 15, 2015
Obviously this book is a journal so my rating is not based on a read, I bought this book as something that myself and my children could do together, we love it, it gets us out in the fresh air and gives us spending some quality time together.Feb 08, 2016
Saw this was made by Keri Smith so I instantly picked it up! Her journals are so creative and interesting I'll be sure to buy them all any chance I can. This is perfect for someone who feels as though they are in a creative rut. Carrying this with you at all times will absolutely bring inspiration to you. So fun!Jul 27, 2016
I loved this book last year! I filled it over the course of 4 or 5 months walking to work and back every day! So fun! It made me really notice my surroundings; to pay attention to things in my environment. I even went to far as to use a notepad to continue collecting! Even now I keep my eyes open to finding things to use in new ways! Amazing book.Aug 12, 2014
** Books 216 - 2014 **Dec 30, 2015
Sometimes I think I'm not a creative person, but I hope this book really brings out the creative sense in me. I haven't progress that much, I only have done one challenge or things to be scavenged, but I can't wait to fill this book with some weird things I found. Things to gather in this book are unordinary so it will take time to finish this book. I like the idea though, so there will be a feeling of accomplishment after you finish the whole challenge.Jun 15, 2013
The Pocket Scavenger is brought to you by the wonders of the author of Wreck This Journal, a popular book that lots of people have enjoyed. TPS is not a novel so I won't do a proper review, but I will share with you the great features.Jul 24, 2013
I now spend my time looking at the ground for stuff. This is a book version of the scavenger hunts you used to go on as a kid, with a bit of a twist. You are given items to find and attach into the book and then invited to randomly select an alteration such as adding text or triangles. It's been good fun, I'm 38 and am happily looking for things with my 9 year old who is as delighted as I am when we find something. My only concern is hygeine and making sure in using this you didn't cut yourself. I now spend my time looking at the ground for stuff. This is a book version of the scavenger hunts you used to go on as a kid, with a bit of a twist. You are given items to find and attach into the book and then invited to randomly select an alteration such as adding text or triangles. It's been good fun, I'm 38 and am happily looking for things with my 9 year old who is as delighted as I am when we find something. My only concern is hygeine and making sure in using this you didn't cut yourself. It is also a bit American orientated, I think British rubbish is a bit different in quality. It does make you look at the world differently, I now see all those bits and pieces in the gutters I would have ignored before. ...moreMay 04, 2013
I think this is a fun book. It asks you to find certain objects around you, put them in the book, and then make some kind of unexpected alteration to the object. I was a bit skeptical about the alterations, but if you have any ounce of creativity I think you will find yourself enjoying them. I have to say gluing rhinestones to leaves was pretty fun. The greatest aspect of this book is that it will yield different results for everybody, which makes me think this would be a fun project to I think this is a fun book. It asks you to find certain objects around you, put them in the book, and then make some kind of unexpected alteration to the object. I was a bit skeptical about the alterations, but if you have any ounce of creativity I think you will find yourself enjoying them. I have to say gluing rhinestones to leaves was pretty fun. The greatest aspect of this book is that it will yield different results for everybody, which makes me think this would be a fun project to undertake with a friend to see how you express yourselves in individual ways. However, if you are planning to give this book as a gift, make sure the recipient is someone who will follow through. I can see someone getting this book, doing 3 activities, and then abandoning it. I think this book would work best if you are going on a trip and want a good physical reminder of that place. Otherwise, the book asks you to take it everywhere you go, and to be constantly looking for the required items. While this is a romantic concept, I don't think it is very realistic. Overall, I think this book has a cute concept and could be very successful if given to the right person. ...moreSep 27, 2016
I love this book because it provokes me to look into the world and find something that sparks an emotional response. It doesn't matter how obscure the object you are sent to look for, the process of seeking leads to unexpected insights and delights. It's a workbook for creative adventures. The joy is in your hands - you create the imagination and fun. I bought a copy for a friend and can highly recommend sharing the joy of scavenging for odd items suggested by the book.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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