Reviewed by Diana Lopez for Readers' Favorite

Going to museums is an entertaining way for children to learn about history, and they will recognize important aspects of culture and art. Back to the Museum introduces us to Ryan, a boy who visits the museum every Saturday. On this occasion, his father encourages him to see a new exhibit about Mesopotamia, one of the earliest civilizations. But Ryan doesn't agree because there are other areas he prefers. His father starts telling him interesting things related to that culture, such as their writing and inventions. But Ryan was not impressed by what he saw until he encounters a Lamassu statue that comes to life and gives him a special tour. In this way, George Neeb shows readers some of Mesopotamia's great achievements interestingly and creatively.

Ryan is a character I liked because, although he initially disagreed with his father, he shared information about other cultures. He referenced aspects of Greece and Egypt by comparing them to Mesopotamia, which helped place the different historical periods in perspective. The images are striking, have expressive characters, and maintain the somber colors associated with a museum but with an added touch of mystery. Although the story is short, there is much interesting information because George Neeb provides explanations that are concrete and easy to understand. The content is helpful because learning about Mesopotamia will give children an understanding of how the civilizations of the past have influenced modern society. Back to the Museum is an excellent story that will motivate children to learn new facts.