Dunc and the Greased Sticks of Doom
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1994 · Est. 57 min read

Dunc and the Greased Sticks of Doom

By Gary Paulsen

Part of the Culpepper Adventures series

A skier's record attempt is threatened. Can Dunc save the day on icy slopes?

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76 pages· 8,461 words· Est. 57 min read
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Olympic skier Francesco Bartoli is set to break the slalom speed record, but danger lurks. Dunc Culpepper suspects foul play and races against time to prevent disaster. Meanwhile, his friend Amos Binder faces his own challenges on the treacherous slopes. As the clock ticks down, can Dunc unravel the mystery and ensure Francesco's safety? Join Dunc and Amos on a thrilling ski vacation filled with suspense, speed, and unexpected twists. Will they emerge victorious, or will the icy mountains claim their triumph?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
76
Words
8,461
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~561L
Themes & topics
Books about skiing
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
106859
Publication
Published
October 1, 1994
First published
January 1, 1994
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780440409403

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