Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bicycle Bandit

Name: Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bicycle Bandit
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781250110848
Price: 12.99 NZD
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By James Preller

Series: Jigsaw Jones Mysteries

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Summary

Jigsaw Jones takes on a new mystery in The Case of the Bicycle Bandit, solving puzzles that involve friendship, school, family, and a diverse community. This early illustrated chapter book invites young readers into a world of curiosity and problem-solving.
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Ideal for young independent readers who enjoy early chapter books featuring mysteries, friendship, and diverse characters.

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Jigsaw Jones - the beloved second grade sleuth - is back in print with new cover designs!

Jigsaw Jones - the beloved second grade sleuth - is back in print with new cover designs!

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Got a mystery to solve? Jigsaw Jones is on the case. Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter books have it all. Now back in print with refreshed covers, the Jigsaw Jones series is available again for a new generation of readers!

Spring 2017 will feature a NEW Jigsaw Jones mystery: Jigsaw Jones: The Case from Outer Space, and four reprints: The Case of the Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost; The Case of the Mummy Mystery (perfect for Halloween sell-in); The Case of the Sneaker Sneak; and The Case of the Bicycle Bandit.

Series: Jigsaw Jones Mysteries

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Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bicycle Bandit

Got a mystery to solve? Jigsaw Jones is on the case. Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter books have it all. Now back in print with refreshed covers, the Jigsaw Jones series is available again for a new generation of readers! Spring 2017 will feature a NEW Jigsaw Jones mystery: Jigsaw Jones: The Case...

By James Preller

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Highly recommended for fans of series like David A. Adler's Cam Jansen and Marjorie Weinman Sharmat's Nate the Great, this book offers plenty of appeal for young independent readers with its short sentences, gentle humour, and engaging illustrations. It will please Jigsaw Jones fans and newcomers alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781250110848

Publisher: Feiwel and Friends

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 August 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Feiwel and Friends

Illustration: B&W illustrations thru-out

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 212.0mm

Height: 141.0mm

Weight: 98g

Pages: 96

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational James Preller Series: Jigsaw Jones Mysteries Young Adult Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

James Preller is the author of many acclaimed books for children including Six Innings, Bystander, The Fall, and the Scary Tales series. Jigsaw Jones, his beloved early chapter book series, has been popular among beginning readers and is now back in print for a new generation. James Preller lives in Delmar, New York, with his family. He maintains a blog on writing and travels to classrooms around the country. jamespreller.com

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