How to Survive Summer Camp - Jacqueline Wilson

'How to Suive Summer Camp', by Jacqueline Wilson is the story of a young girl named Stella and how she 'survives' her holiday at Evergreen Summer Camp. Stella does not want to go to camp, but as her mother and 'Uncle Bill' have just gotten married and are off around Europe on an expensive holiday, she has little choice. To make matters worse a misunderstanding at the hairdressers has left her looking a little bit like a boy and Stella is forced into swimming lessons even though her mother promised that she would not have to do them. Her first few days at camp don't go that well, she doesn't like the staff, Miss Hamer-Cotton or Uncle Ron. The mysterious Brigadier (who ...  Read the complete review

I remember choosing this book to take on holiday with me. It was going to keep me occupied on the train journey. Though, was this another of jacqueline Wilson's finest - did it do the job? In How To Survive Summer Camp, Stella goes to a summer camp, and does not look forward to it, especially since she has to swin! She's determined she wont like it, but when she gets there, is she likely to change her mind? This book has an RRP of £5.99, though if you find it at the right time, you can buy it for much less on Amazon.co.uk or eBay! This book is aimed at some of the younger readers, but even now I find it a fascinating book. As it is easy ...  Read the complete review