The Swamp Robber
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1940 · Est. 4 hour read

The Swamp Robber

Book #1 in the Sugar Creek Gang series

A hidden disguise and map lead kids to a bank robber in the swamp.

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128 pages· 30,352 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Join Bill Collins and his friends as they stumble upon a mysterious disguise and a hidden map in an old tree. Could these clues lead them to a notorious bank robber lurking in the swamp? As the Sugar Creek Gang races against time, they face unexpected challenges, including a dangerous spider bite and the arrival of Bill's new baby sister. Will their faith and courage be enough to solve the mystery and save the day? Dive into this adventure where every discovery brings them closer to the truth.

From the publisher

The tales and travels of the Sugar Creek Gang have passed the test of time, delighting young readers for more than fifty years.Great mysteries with a message for kids, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the faith-building adventures of a group of fun-loving, courageous Christian boys. Your kids will be thrilled, chilled, and inspired to grow as they follow the legendary escapades of Bill Collins, Dragonfly, and the rest of the gang as they struggle with the application of their Christian faith to the adventure of life. In this book, the Sugar Creek Gang discovers a “disguise” hidden in a old tree. Does it belong to the bank robber hiding in the swamp? A mysterious map hidden near the tree proves to be even more exciting than the disguise. Before the adventure ends, the gang encounters the robber, helps Bill Collins welcome a new baby sister, and saves the victim of a black widow spider bite. Join the gang as they learn the lesson of sowing and reaping.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
128
Words
30,352
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~811L
Themes & topics
Books about solving mysteriesBooks about small-town lifeBooks about standing up for what's rightBooks about friendshipBooks about moral choices
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~S
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
7794
Publication
Published
June 5, 1997
First published
January 1, 1940
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780802470058

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