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Calendar Mysteries #1: January Joker

By Ron Roy
Series: Calendar Mysteries
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Calendar Mysteries #1: January Joker by Ron Roy is a delightful children's mystery that unfolds in the heart of winter. It follows the young protagonists as they encounter strange happenings in their neighbourhood, prompting them to investigate unusual clues. The story is filled with engaging puzzles and adventures, making it a fun read for young sleuths.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're interested in a fun mystery filled with adventure and clever problem-solving. Young readers will appreciate the engaging storyline that challenges a group of friends to uncover clues and solve a captivating puzzle, all set in a light-hearted atmosphere perfect for sparking curiosity and imagination.

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A brand-new series by Roy, spun off from the A to Z Mysteries. When Bradley Pinto wakes up in the night to strange lights in his backyard, he thinks there are aliens in town. When he sees three-toed footprints in the snow, he's sure of it. His twin, Brian, and friends Lucy and Nate aren't so certain. Illustrations.

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Solve mysteries year-round in this chapter book series by the author of the A to Z Mysteries! Bradley, Brian, Lucy, and Nate are curious kids all year long. Now it's January and a cold, wintry night...the perfect time for a mystery!

It's a mystery every month from popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy! With the younger siblings of the A to Z Mysteries kids!

January is for Joker...

In the first book of the Calendar Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery series—Green Lawn has a problem! When Bradley Pinto wakes up in the night to strange lights in his backyard, he wonders if there are aliens in town. When he sees three-toed tracks in the snow, he's sure of it. His twin, Brian, and friends Lucy and Nate aren't so certain. But then Lucy's cousin Dink, the twins' brother Josh, and Nate's sister Ruth Rose all disappear. Are there really aliens in Green Lawn? And where could they be taking Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose?

Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who loves mysteries!

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Calendar Mysteries #1: January Joker by Ron Roy is well-received for its engaging and easy-to-read narrative, making it perfect for early readers. Readers appreciate the book's mystery-solving element, which captures children's curiosity and encourages their interest in detective stories. The characters are noted as relatable and endearing, providing young readers with an enjoyable introduction to the world of mysteries.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780375856617

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 December 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Books for Young Readers

Illustration: BLACK-AND-WHITE ILLUSTRATIONS

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by John Steven Gurney
  • Illustrated by John Steven Gurney
  • Illustrated by John Steven Gurney

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 74g

Pages: 96

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About the Author

RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Capital Mysteries, and Calendar Mysteries. When not working on a new book in his Connecticut home, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit him online at RonRoy.com. JOHN STEVEN GURNEY has illustrated many books for children, including the entire A to Z Mysteries series and Scholastic's popular Bailey School Kids series. He lives in Brattleboro, Vermont.

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