Horrible Harry Takes the Cake
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006 · Est. 39 min read

Horrible Harry Takes the Cake

By Suzy Kline, Frank Remkiewicz (Illustrator)

Part of the Horrible Harry series

A third-grade student tries to uncover the identity of his teacher's fiancé by investigating clues in the school library

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45 pages· 3,493 words· Est. 39 min read
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In room 3B, excitement brews as Miss Mackle's engagement is revealed. Young detective Harry, with his friend Doug, dives into solving the mystery of her fiancé's identity. But when Harry takes a daring step by stealing evidence, Doug is shocked. Despite the risk, Harry believes he's cracked the case and announces the groom's identity. Yet, as whispers spread, doubt lingers—has Harry truly uncovered the truth, or is he about to face a blunder of epic proportions? Join Harry on a thrilling quest where every clue could lead to triumph or disaster.

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The kids in room 3B have found out that their teacher, Miss Mackle, is engaged! But who is the lucky groom? Leave it to Harry and his best friend, Doug, to find out. Harry goes into detective mode, and wastes no time starting his investigation. Doug is willing to help–until he sees Harry stealing a piece of evidence. Doug can’t believe it! But Harry thinks his risky move is worth it. After all, he manages to crack the case and tells everyone who Miss Mackle is going to marry. But does Harry really have all the facts, or has he made a horrible mistake?

At a glance
Format
Pages
45
Words
3,493
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
510L
Themes & topics
Books about schoolBooks about teachersBooks about pancakesBooks about weddingsBooks about friendship
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
105753
Publication
Published
November 8, 2007
First published
March 2, 2006
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142409398

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