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Description
In "The Missing Silver Dollar" by Dorian Cirrone, fourth-grader Lindy, who is also a local reporter, investigates the whereabouts of a silver dollar that has reportedly gone missing from her young neighbor's bank. The story takes place in Lindy's neighborhood where she uses her reporting skills to uncover what happened to the missing coin. This lower elementary chapter book is published by Marshall Cavendish and is part of a series featuring the young investigative reporter.
Quick Summary
A fourth-grader who runs her own neighborhood newspaper dives into a puzzling mystery when a silver dollar vanishes from her young neighbor's bank, turning an ordinary day into a full-blown investigation. Kids will root for Lindy as she interviews suspicious neighbors, follows tricky clues, and learns that real detective work takes patience and sharp thinking. If your kid loves the smart problem-solving in "Cam Jansen" or the determined young investigators in "Nate the Great," they'll be hooked on Lindy's first case. With a 3.5 AR level, short chapters, and a relatable kid detective, this book is perfect for second and third graders ready to dive into chapter book mysteries.