The Case of the Disappearing Dinosaur
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2002 · Est. 1 hour read

The Case of the Disappearing Dinosaur

Book #17 in the Jigsaw Jones Mysteries series

A toy dinosaur vanishes during a magic show. Can Jigsaw solve the mystery?

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96 pages· 6,631 words· Est. 1 hour read
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Jigsaw Jones and his partner Mila face a puzzling mystery when a toy dinosaur disappears during a magic show. Even the magician is baffled. Jigsaw, a young detective who doesn't believe in magic, is determined to uncover the truth. As they delve into the case, the duo navigates a world of friendship, school, and family, unraveling clues that lead them closer to the answer. Will Jigsaw's skepticism and detective skills be enough to solve the mystery and find the missing dinosaur? Join them on this intriguing adventure filled with twists and turns.

From the publisher

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter books from James Preller have it all. Got a mystery to solve? Jigsaw Jones is on the case. Anything that ever goes missing or lost, Jigsaw and his partner, Mila, can find. Then, during a magic show, they watch a toy dinosaur disappear, right in front of their eyes! Even the magician can’t seem to bring it back. Luckily Jigsaw doesn’t believe in magic, and he’s determined to find that dinosaur! James Preller’s wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
96
Words
6,631
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
500L
Themes & topics
Books about birthdaysBooks about partiesBooks about lost and found possessionsBooks about magic tricksBooks about magic shows
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
November 21, 2017
First published
February 1, 2002
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781250110886

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