A Case of Bird Problems
A Case of Bird Problems
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A Case of Bird Problems

Written and illustrated by Rachel Elliott
Part of the Zeb and Bel Book Series
Hardcover
$24.99
$23.74
8 - 12
Reading age
160
Page count
5,526
Word count
~401L
Lexile measure
Jan 27, 2026
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The Secret Life of Pets meets Only Murders in the Building in this cozy mystery from award-winning graphic novelist Rachel Elliott.Mysteries abound in Perpleck City, and it’s Bel the black cat’s first day as a detective…But unfortunately, there’s never a mystery to solve in the apartment building where she lives with her goofy dog brother, Zeb, and their human, Josephine. So when local prankster, Payton Parakeet, goes missing during a neighborhood magic show, Bel can’t wait to put her detective skills to the test. Is this just another one of Payton’s pranks, or perhaps…a case of fowl play?As accusations begin to fly and the suspect list grows, Zeb and Bel must team up to get to the bottom of this feathery mystery. Hilarious hijinks, daring escapades, and flights of fancy are at the heart of this graphic novel that will keep you giggling and guessing on every page. (And if you keep your eyes peeled for clues as you read, you might even crack the case before Zeb and Bel!)

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780063354302
    Publication Date
    January 27, 2026
    Publisher
    Harperalley
    Original Publication Date
    January 27, 2026
    Page Count
    160
    Word Count
    5526
    Audience
    Middle Grade
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~401L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~L
    ATOS® Book Level
    2.8
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    1
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    557844
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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