Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters [Paperback]

Alvin takes on camping in the second book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!

Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is back, and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and . . . pit toilets? Luckily, he’s got his night-vision goggles and water purifying tablets and super-duper heavy-duty flashlight to keep him safe. And he’s got his dad, too.

This is ahumorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.


“Alvin’s a winner.” —New York PostPraise for Alvin Ho: Allergic to Camping, Hiking, and Other Natural Disasters

Readers can only hope that Alvin continues to describe in such wonderful detail his many allergic reactions.
--The Horn Book, starred review

While Look certainly embellishes at times for comedic effect, she has created in Alvin a character that is as real as he is irascible...Pham’s simple but vibrant line drawings leap off the page. Another triumph for Alvin Ho.
--Kirkus Reviews

Series Praise

Look's . . . intuitive grasp of children's emotions is rivaled only by her flair for comic exaggeration.
--Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Shares with Diary of ls4