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Description
This collection of retold classic mysteries includes "The Adventure of the Dancing Men" by Arthur Conan Doyle and "The Lost Ghost" by Mary Wilkins Freeman.
Quick Summary
This collection features two retold classic mysteries, including Sherlock Holmes cracking the code of the dancing men cipher in "The Adventure of the Dancing Men" and a haunting investigation in "The Lost Ghost" by Mary Wilkins Freeman. The stories explore careful observation, logical problem-solving, and the thrill of uncovering hidden secrets through puzzles that challenge readers to think like detectives. If your child enjoys the mystery puzzles in Encyclopedia Brown or the short-story format of "Scary Stories to Eat with a Blood Plum Tell in the Dark," they'll love these shortened, kid-friendly versions of timeless detective tales. The book is best for 4th-5th graders reading at a 3.8 level, with a manageable 2.0 AR point value and roughly 11,600 words that make it perfect for readers ready to tackle chapter books but not yet ready for full-length novels.