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Ron Roy

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Get ready for super sleuthing with Ron Roy! He's the amazing author who brings us the exciting A to Z Mysteries, the cool Capital Mysteries, and the fun Calendar Mysteries. If you love cracking codes and solving puzzles with kid detectives like Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose in Green Lawn, or KC and Marshall in Washington D.C., then you're a Ron Roy fan! He used to be a teacher, but now he writes awesome mystery adventures that keep kids guessing until the very end. Grab a Ron Roy book and see if you can solve the mystery!

A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Detective Camp: #1

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Action Art
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A to Z Mysteries

The Zombie Zone

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Adventure Mystery
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Capital Mysteries

The Skeleton in the Smithsonian: #3

Ron Roy, Timothy Bush

Action History
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Calendar Mysteries

February Friend: #2

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Animals Holidays
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Capital Mysteries

Trouble at the Treasury: #7

Ron Roy, Timothy Bush

Cities Math
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A to Z Mysteries

The Absent Author

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Fiction Friendship
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

The Castle Crime: #6

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Adventure Cities
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Calendar Mysteries

March Mischief: #3

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Friendship Holidays
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Capital Mysteries

Kidnapped at the Capital: #2

Ron Roy, Liza Woodruff

Action Adventure
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Calendar Mysteries

November Night: #11

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Dogs Fiction
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A to Z Mysteries

The School Skeleton

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Fiction Human Body
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Calendar Mysteries

June Jam: #6

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Family Fiction
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A to Z Mysteries

The White Wolf

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Animals Fiction
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Capital Mysteries

Who Cloned the President?: #1

Ron Roy, Liza Woodruff

Action Adventure
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Capital Mysteries

The Secret at Jefferson's Mansion: #11

Ron Roy, Timothy Bush

Action Friendship
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Capital Mysteries

A Spy in the White House: #4

Ron Roy, Timothy Bush

Action Family
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Calendar Mysteries

January Joker: #1

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Fiction Mystery
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Three Ducks Went Wandering

Ron Roy, Paul Galdone

Adventure Animals
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Grand Canyon Grab: #11

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Action Adventure
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Calendar Mysteries

September Sneakers: #9

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Fiction Mystery
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Capital Mysteries

Fireworks at the FBI: #6

Ron Roy, Timothy Bush

Action Adventure
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Calendar Mysteries

May Magic: #5

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Family Humor
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Space Shuttle Scam: #12

Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney

Adventure Mystery
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Detective Camp

#1

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Pack your bags and get ready for the ultimate summer adventure! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are heading to a sleep-away camp where they get to learn real detective skills. They are practicing how to dust for fingerprints and crack secret codes. But their practice sessions suddenly turn into a real-life investigation. The young detectives stumble upon a major crime involving valuable stolen paintings. Now they have to use everything they just learned to catch the art thieves. Join the friends as they follow the tricky clues hidden around the campsite. You will even find a secret message hidden in the story to test your own detective skills along the way.
Action Art Friendship Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 131 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries

The Zombie Zone

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are thrilled to spend their vacation exploring the fascinating swamps of a Louisiana bayou village. But their relaxing trip takes a spooky turn when they hear strange rumors spreading through the town. The villagers are whispering about a mysterious silver-haired creature wandering around at night and causing trouble. The three young detectives know that there is always a logical explanation behind scary stories. They decide to team up and investigate the eerie occurrences themselves. As they venture deeper into the foggy swampland, they must search for hidden clues and figure out who is really behind the sneaky tricks. Are the spooky tales actually true, or is someone just trying to scare the villagers away? Grab your flashlight and join the brave trio as they work to unearth the hidden secrets of the swamp.
Adventure Mystery Problem Solving Towns Chapter Books
6-8 Years 85 Pages
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#3

By: Ron Roy , Timothy Bush
You are exploring the biggest and most amazing museum in the world! KC and her friend Marshall are visiting the famous Smithsonian in Washington D.C., looking at all the incredible exhibits. Suddenly, a man named Leonard Fisher makes a shocking announcement. He claims that the money used to build the museum a hundred years ago actually belongs to his family, and now he wants the entire Smithsonian for himself! KC and Marshall are positive this man is telling a massive lie. They must dig through the museum's fascinating past to prove he is a phony. Help them uncover the truth before the entire country loses its favorite museum forever.
Action History Museums Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 86 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

February Friend

#2

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
The first-grade classroom is beautifully decorated with pink and red paper hearts for a fun, exciting Valentine's Day party. While passing out the sweet cards, Bradley finds a mysterious, unsigned valentine that tells the entire class to look inside the dark storage closet. When the kids bravely pull open the heavy door, they are completely shocked to discover a real, live rabbit waiting inside a wire cage. At first, finding a furry friend is exciting for the students, but then the poor little bunny becomes very sick and incredibly lonely. Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy know they have to act incredibly fast to save the sweet animal. Join the four friends as they follow the tricky holiday clues to figure out exactly who left the rabbit behind. You will have to work quickly to track down the secret owner and get the bunny the help it needs.
Animals Holidays Mystery Pets Chapter Books
6-8 Years 69 Pages
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Capital Mysteries

Trouble at the Treasury

#7

By: Ron Roy , Timothy Bush
KC and Marshall are taking a fascinating, behind-the-scenes tour of the highly secure United States Treasury building in Washington DC. They get to watch heavy, loud printing presses stamp out stacks and stacks of crisp new money for the country. But the educational tour takes a shocking turn when someone suddenly realizes that a thick bundle of hundred-dollar bills has completely vanished from the room. Somehow, a clever and daring thief managed to sneak one hundred thousand dollars past high-tech security cameras, armed guards, and heavy locked doors. KC already has a strong suspect in mind, and she just needs to carefully prove exactly how they pulled off this seemingly impossible heist. Team up with the young detectives to examine the high-security building and crack the difficult case. You will learn fun facts about the nation's capital while solving a brilliant financial crime.
Cities Math Mystery Problem Solving Chapter Books
6-8 Years 97 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries

The Absent Author

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Dink Duncan is thrilled when his favorite mystery writer, Wallis Wallace, agrees to visit Green Lawn. The famous author even promises to come unless he is kidnapped! But when the big day finally arrives, Wallis Wallace is nowhere to be found. The police think the author just missed the flight, but Dink knows something is wrong. Now it is up to Dink and his two best friends, Josh and Ruth Rose, to follow the clues and solve the case. They must search the town, ask the right questions, and piece together the puzzle before time runs out. Can the three friends find the missing writer, or is this one mystery that will never be solved? Step into the investigation and help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose crack the very first case in this classic detective series.
Fiction Friendship Mystery Problem Solving Chapter Books
6-8 Years 86 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

The Castle Crime

#6

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are thousands of miles from home and absolutely ready to explore the exciting, historic streets of London. They are having the best time riding the massive London Eye and visiting famous, ancient landmarks until shocking news suddenly hits the city. Someone has managed to steal Queen Elizabeth's priceless royal jewels right outside the heavily guarded Windsor Castle. The local police detectives are completely stumped, which means it is the perfect time for three clever kids from Green Lawn to step up and take charge. Pack your bags and join the young detectives as they rush to the royal castle to search for overlooked clues in the courtyards. You will get to piece together the scattered evidence and track down a brilliant royal thief in a foreign country. Keep your eyes wide open for hidden messages as you help solve this massive international puzzle.
Adventure Cities Mystery Travel Chapter Books
6-8 Years 145 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

March Mischief

#3

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Green Lawn is getting ready for St. Patrick's Day, and Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy are excited to enter the town's special leprechaun statue contest. They carefully dress up their homemade statue and leave it out on the porch to dry, but the very next morning, it is completely gone. Soon, the four friends discover that theirs is not the only one missing from the neighborhood. Leprechaun statues are disappearing from porches all over the entire town. Someone is pulling a very sneaky St. Patrick's Day prank, and it is up to you to help the young detectives figure out exactly who is behind the mischief. Grab your magnifying glass and join the thrilling hunt to track down the tricky thief before the beloved holiday is ruined for everyone. You will need to look closely for hidden clues, solve tricky neighborhood puzzles, and maybe use just a little bit of lucky Irish magic to crack this fun, holiday-themed case.
Friendship Holidays Mystery Problem Solving Chapter Books
6-8 Years 80 Pages
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Capital Mysteries

Kidnapped at the Capital

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By: Ron Roy , Liza Woodruff
The beautiful Cherry Blossom Festival is in full swing, and everyone in Washington D.C. is having a fantastic time. KC Corcoran is enjoying the bright pink flowers right alongside her mom and the President of the United States. But the fun stops instantly when both the president and KC's mom completely disappear from the crowded festival! They have been kidnapped right out in the open. KC and her best friend Marshall are the only ones who can unravel this giant mystery. Follow the young detectives as they race around the capital city to rescue their loved ones in this action-packed adventure.
Action Adventure Fiction Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 80 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

November Night

#11

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, but the kids in Green Lawn have more than just a big holiday feast on their minds! A mysterious new couple has just moved into the house right next door, and they are acting incredibly suspicious. Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy are watching closely as the strange neighbors begin building a massive, towering wooden fence around their property. The bizarre behavior does not stop there. The neighbors are hauling in heavy crates full of strange metal parts, clearly building something massive in secret. They have even pitched a huge, shadowy tent right in the middle of their backyard, guarded perfectly by a very large and intimidating dog! The four friends are convinced that something highly unusual is going on right next to their own home. The young detectives grab their notebooks and start spying on the secret project. Follow along as they quietly gather clues and try to peek over the giant fence without getting caught by the scary guard dog. What in the world are the new neighbors hiding inside that tent? Dive into this thrilling autumn mystery and help uncover the truth!
Dogs Fiction Holidays Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 80 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries

The School Skeleton

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Something very important has gone missing from Green Lawn Elementary School. Mr. Bones, the friendly skeleton that usually stands in the nurse's office, has completely vanished without a trace! The entire school is buzzing with excitement and confusion. Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose know this is a case they need to solve immediately. They start searching the hallways, classrooms, and playground for any sign of the missing skeleton. Follow along as the three friends interview their teachers and classmates to gather clues. You will have a great time trying to solve this spooky school mystery and figure out exactly where Mr. Bones is hiding.
Fiction Human Body Mystery Chapter Books School Life
6-8 Years 84 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

June Jam

#6

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Fathers Day is coming up, and the kids have the perfect homemade gift in mind. Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy are going to make a huge batch of delicious strawberry jam! They head out to the garden to gather the ripest, reddest berries they can find. Everything is going perfectly until they notice something very wrong in the patch. Someone, or something, has been sneaking into the garden and taking bites out of their precious strawberries! The kids cannot make their special jam if all the fruit gets ruined. They immediately set up an investigation to catch the sneaky garden thief. Polly the pony, Pal the dog, and even older brother Josh are all on the suspect list. The four friends must gather clues, look for tracks in the dirt, and keep a close watch on the garden to protect their crop. You can help them piece together the evidence and narrow down the list of suspects. Will they figure out who is munching on the berries before the garden is totally empty? Step outside and help solve this sticky summer mystery!
Family Fiction Food Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 80 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries

The White Wolf

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Pack your outdoor gear for an exciting trip to the wild! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are traveling up to the beautiful Maine wilderness to visit their friend Wallis. On their very first day exploring the rocky landscape, they spot an incredibly rare sight: a magnificent white wolf resting on a cliff with her tiny pups. The kids are amazed to see the beautiful animals in their natural home. The excitement quickly turns into a serious rescue mission. Shortly after the kids leave the cliff, the helpless little wolf pups are stolen right out of the wild! The friends are shocked that anyone would try to capture the baby animals. Even worse, the protective mother wolf might start suspecting the kids are the ones who took them! The three young detectives must jump into action and track down the culprits before it is too late. Follow along as they search the rugged terrain, look for hidden tracks in the dirt, and follow the trail of the sneaky wildlife thieves. Can they find the missing pups and return them safely to their mother? Join the wilderness investigation and help save the day!
Animals Fiction Mystery Nature Chapter Books
6-8 Years 84 Pages
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Capital Mysteries

Who Cloned the President?

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By: Ron Roy , Liza Woodruff
You are watching the news when you notice something extremely strange. The President of the United States is acting totally awkward on television, and he is even signing papers with the wrong hand! For KC Corcoran, there is only one logical explanation for this bizarre behavior. The real president has been replaced by a clone! Now KC and her best friend Marshall have a giant mystery on their hands. They must explore the famous sights of Washington D.C. to uncover the truth and save the country. Can you figure out the clues before it is too late? Join the adventure in this fun, fact-filled mystery that takes you right into the heart of the capital city.
Action Adventure Fiction Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 80 Pages
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#11

By: Ron Roy , Timothy Bush
An amazing piece of history has just been uncovered inside the White House! KC and Marshall discover a dusty old box hidden away in a closet, and inside they find a set of handmade toy horses that once belonged to Thomas Jefferson himself. Eager to return the priceless artifacts to their proper home, the two friends travel straight to Monticello, Jeffersons grand historical estate. Their important mission goes terribly wrong almost immediately. Shortly after they arrive at the mansion, the entire box of antique horses vanishes into thin air! Someone has stolen the historical treasures right out from under their noses. KC and Marshall know they cannot leave the estate until they track down the thief and recover the toys. The young detectives must explore every corner of the massive property, from the damp, shadowy wine cellar to the eerie family cemetery located on the grounds. Follow along as they navigate the winding halls and secret passageways of Monticello in search of clues. Can you help them catch the culprit before the toys are lost to history forever? Step into the past and solve the case!
Action Friendship History Mystery
9-12 Years 98 Pages
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Capital Mysteries

A Spy in the White House

#4

By: Ron Roy , Timothy Bush
Excitement is filling the air because KC's mom is about to marry the President of the United States! KC wants every single detail of the big wedding to be absolutely perfect and totally private. But there is a major problem. Someone keeps leaking all the top-secret wedding plans to the news! The newspapers even printed the exact location where the president and his new bride are going for their private getaway. KC and Marshall realize there must be a sneaky spy hiding somewhere inside the White House. You get to follow along as they search the famous building and try to catch the secret-stealer before the wedding is ruined.
Action Family Mystery Problem Solving Chapter Books
6-8 Years 96 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

January Joker

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By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
A quiet winter night quickly turns into a thrilling backyard investigation! Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy are hanging out at home when they notice strange things happening outside. Bright flashing lights and odd footprints in the snow lead them to a shocking conclusion. They are completely convinced that real space aliens have landed right in Green Lawn! The situation becomes even more alarming when they realize their older siblings have suddenly vanished. Even the family pets are nowhere to be found! The four friends are certain that hungry extraterrestrials have captured everyone. Armed with flashlights and their sharp detective skills, the kids brave the cold January night to rescue their families from the mysterious visitors. Join the brave young detectives as they follow the snowy trails and piece together the strange clues left behind. You will have to think outside the box to help them figure out what is really going on in the dark. Are aliens actually invading the neighborhood, or is someone playing a massive winter prank? Bundle up and dive into this chilly puzzle to find out!
Fiction Mystery Problem Solving Chapter Books Sibling Relationships
6-8 Years 74 Pages
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By: Ron Roy , Paul Galdone
Three tiny, curious ducklings decide to waddle away from their cozy barnyard nest to see the great big world. As they happily wander along, they have absolutely no idea that danger is sneaking up right behind them. From a hungry fox to a swooping hawk, these little birds manage to completely miss disaster by pure, incredible luck. Follow along on their cheerful stroll as they safely dodge trouble without even trying. You will hold your breath and giggle as the ducklings happily explore, always staying one step ahead of a tricky situation. Finally, they waddle right back home to their loving mother for a much-needed nap, completely unaware of the wild adventure they just survived.
Adventure Animals Birds Family Picture Books
6-8 Years 32 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Grand Canyon Grab

#11

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
You are standing on the edge of the magnificent Grand Canyon when you spot someone famous. Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose can hardly believe their eyes when they see Parker Stone, a huge television star, enjoying the view! The kids rush over to get his autograph, but something terrible happens before they can reach him. Parker is kidnapped right in front of them! The only things the kidnappers leave behind are a few confusing clues and the star's very loud pet parrot. Now it is up to Dink and his friends to rescue the famous actor. Explore the massive canyon and listen closely to the parrot to help the young detectives crack this wild case.
Action Adventure Birds Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 144 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

September Sneakers

#9

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
The first day of school is usually full of excitement, but this year it is kicking off with a major crisis! Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy had the very important job of taking care of Goldi, the first grade class hamster, over the long summer break. When they go to bring her back to the classroom, Goldi has completely vanished! In place of the missing hamster, the sneaky thief left behind a very strange clue: a tiny keychain shaped like a bright green and orange sneaker. Suddenly, the kids start spotting life sized versions of those exact same colorful shoes walking all over Green Lawn! Even worse, Goldi is not the only thing that has gone missing. Other items are starting to disappear from around the neighborhood. The four friends must jump into action and follow the colorful footprints to track down the culprit. Join the young detectives as they search the school hallways and local streets for clues to crack the case. Can you help them catch the sneaker wearing thief and bring the beloved class pet back safely? Lace up your shoes and step right into the investigation!
Fiction Mystery Pets Schools Chapter Books
6-8 Years 64 Pages
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Capital Mysteries

Fireworks at the FBI

#6

By: Ron Roy , Timothy Bush
The sky over Washington D.C. is lit up with bright colors for the Fourth of July! KC and her friend Marshall are enjoying the spectacular fireworks show right alongside the President of the United States. But suddenly, they notice smoke and sparks coming from a place they definitely should not be. There are extra fireworks launching directly from the roof of the FBI Building! The kids quickly realize this is not a harmless prank. The loud explosions are being used to cover up a much bigger capital crime. Team up with KC and Marshall to investigate the noisy clues and stop the culprits in their tracks.
Action Adventure Holidays Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 98 Pages
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Calendar Mysteries

May Magic

#5

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Magic shows are always entertaining, but this one goes completely wrong! Twins Bradley and Brian take their mother to see a famous hypnotist for a special family outing. When they get back home, their mom starts acting incredibly strange. She spends hours splashing around in the bathtub, scatters corn kernels all over the floor, and even starts quacking loudly! The twins realize the hypnotist accidentally convinced their mom that she is a duck. Now Bradley and Brian need help from their friends Lucy and Nate to break the spell. Get ready to laugh out loud as the kids try every trick they can think of to turn their mom back into a human.
Family Humor Magic Mystery Chapter Books
6-8 Years 70 Pages
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition

Space Shuttle Scam

#12

By: Ron Roy , John Steven Gurney
Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are enjoying the beautiful, sunny weather in Florida when they decide to visit a popular and educational space memorabilia attraction. They are incredibly excited to look at cool, authentic astronaut gear and pieces of real rockets that traveled to space. But as they explore the detailed space exhibits, they start to notice that some of the expensive historical items might not actually be real. The smart kids quickly realize that someone is running a massive, illegal scam, tricking innocent space fans into spending their hard-earned money on fake, worthless artifacts. Blast off into this sunny vacation adventure and help the detectives gather the solid evidence they need to expose the criminals. You will have to examine the clues closely and use your smarts to bring these sneaky scammers back down to earth before they fool anyone else.
Adventure Mystery Problem Solving Space Chapter Books
6-8 Years
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