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The Birthday Mystery (2005)

The Birthday Mystery (2005)

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ISBN
0142403547 (ISBN13: 9780142403549)
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English
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puffin

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Reason for Reading: My son read this aloud to me and we've read the second book in the series. This book is just a bit too hard for him so I need to help frequently and now and then take over reading a page but he's doing quite well, we are going to do more in this series as he likes it quite well and it will be an indicator of his improvement when he can read them without (much) struggle.This is a fun, intelligent mystery for younger kids. The clues are there. Cam has used her photographic memory once again to picture the scene but she's not a know-it-all and isn't sure how to piece it all together so it makes sense. The kids' never go off into dangerous territory without the required adult present: the father, a police officer, etc. Nothing silly here but the dialogue is light-hearted and the family and friends have fun even amidst the discomfort of having their luggage and gifts stolen. Well-written mystery series for beginning chapter book readers and early fans of the genre.

I think the students would enjoy reading this book. The end of each chapter is suspenseful and makes you want to continue reading. This book was different because usually the parents throw a surprise party for the child, not the other way around! I think children would find humor in that. I think the students would also think it's funny that the two kids snuck in the car to get the grandparents without them knowing. I also feel as if they students would be impressed with Cam's photogenic memory and investigator skills.

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Thanks for your post, Moeko. I think this is a cute series, and I wish I had a photographic memory like she does. As for your question, "Have you ever caught a thief?", I don't think that's likely to lead to much of a discussion. Probably, something like, "Have you ever lost anything or had something stolen?" would give your classmates something to talk about.
—Moeko Matsuo

I liked this book, it was very engaging. I noticed the aspect that solved the mystery but was not sure. I like how this book helps the reader pick up on small details but still keeps the mystery going. I would keep this book on my classroom library shelf as a fun book for children to read and engage with. http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/bo...Interest LevelGrades 3 - 5Reading LevelGrade level Equivalent: 2.9Lexile® Measure: 390LDRA: 20Guided Reading: LType of Book: Chapter BookGenreMystery and SuspenseSeriesTheme/SubjectClevernessBirthdaysGrandparents and GrandchildrenFriends and Friendship
—Jennifer

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