The Shepherd's Stone
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018 · Est. 2.5 hour read

The Shepherd's Stone

Book #5 in the The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series

Time-traveling siblings face a giant's challenge in ancient Bethlehem.

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128 pages· 13,376 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Peter and Mary, with their dog Hank, are whisked back to biblical times by mysterious scrolls. In Bethlehem, they meet young David and witness Goliath's daunting challenge. As time ticks away, they uncover a dangerous plot and aid David in his legendary battle. Can they help him triumph over the giant and return home safely? Discover the thrilling twists as history unfolds before their eyes.

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When the Hidden Scrolls hurtle siblings Peter and Mary back in time, they wind up in the middle of David and Goliath’s epic battle. The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. In the series’ fifth installment, the time-traveling trio wind up in Bethlehem, where they quickly befriend a young David. When David brings food to the Israelite army, Peter and Mary go with him and witness the mighty taunts of the giant Goliath. As the clock runs out, Peter and Mary uncover a treacherous plot, help David prepare to face Goliath, and battle a mischievous and familiar enemy. Children will be on the edge of their seats as the larger-than-life story of David and Goliath hurtles to a close.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
13,376
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
~549L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about dogsBooks about historyBooks about siblingsBooks about time travel
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The The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~N
AR points
2
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
509683
Publication
Published
December 11, 2018
Publisher
WorthyKids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780824956912

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