Nana Cracks the Case!

Written by Kathleen Lane · Illustrated by Sarah Horne

Book #1 in the Nana's Adventures series

A detective is hired to solve a mystery involving stolen candy.

5.2/7 Bookroo experts·3.4/5 Goodreads · 84 ratings

112 pages· 8,593 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Nana isn't your typical grandma. Forget knitting; she's ready to solve crimes! When a case of Yumdums candy goes missing, Nana steps up as a detective. Can she outsmart the thief and save the day? Join Nana, Eufala, and Bog in this hilarious adventure filled with unexpected twists and turns. Will Nana's unconventional methods crack the case, or will the candy bandit strike again? Discover the fun and mystery in this delightful chapter book.

From the publisher

Nana is not your ordinary grandma. She never wears cloppy shoes, drinks prune juice, or worries about slippery surfaces. Eufala and Bog’s nana would much rather join the circus, work as a backhoe operator, or maybe become a detective. Which is exactly what happens in this very funny chapter book. When Nana answers an ad in the local newspaper for a detective, she arrives at the police department just in time to investigate the theft of one entire case of delicious Yumdums candy. Can one little old lady find a way to save the day and stop the candy thief from striking again? Look for more adventures starring Nana, Eufala, and Bog coming soon!

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 112
Words: 8,593
Reading age: 7–9
Audience: Juvenile Reader
Lexile: 1150L

Themes & topics

Books about sleuthing Books about candy Books about grandma Books about family Books about detectives

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.2

out of 7

5.0

“This entertaining tale is an easier read that is sure to encourage some laughs. The humorous aspect of the story, the quirky illustrations, and the sleuthing aspect make this a fast-paced book about granny and her grandkids having silly adventures. I especially enjoyed the hilarious tone of voice from the narrator!”

B is for Bookworm

Trusted reviewer

5.3

“Easy early chapter book. Very clever. There are lots of tangents and asides in the narration, which add humor and will also strengthen reading comprehension abilities.”

The Goodfather

Trusted reviewer

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