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Random House Books for Young Readers, 1989-29-04

Case of the Elevator Duck

Case of the Elevator Duck

A Stepping Stone Book, Stepping Stone Book(tm), and Stepping-Stone Book

Polly Berrien Berends, Author

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9780394826462

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Eleven-year-old Gilbert, self-styled private eye, takes on his toughest case when he finds a duck in the elevator of his housing project. In this easy-to-read mystery, "the solution is credible, the plot is fresh, the style casual and natural".--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books.
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A curious duck in a high-rise sparks an equally curious investigation. Light suspense and crisp dialogue invite readers to consider motives, clues, and character—all with a gentle tone and dry humor that still feels fresh. A smart, accessible mystery that rewards close reading and quiet thinking.

Keywords and Themes: Animals • Awareness • Beginner • Curiosity • Deduction • Humor • Integrity • Juvenile Fiction • Mysteries & Detective Stories • Mystery • Observation • Pets • Problem-Solving • Readers • Responsibility • Thinking

Readability • 3.8

Age Range • 6-9

Pages • 64

Subjects • City and town life

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Beginner • Juvenile Fiction | Mysteries & Detective Stories • Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Pets

Eleven-year-old Gilbert, self-styled private eye, takes on his toughest case
when he finds a duck in the elevator of his housing project. In this
easy-to-read mystery, "the solution is credible, the plot is fresh, the style
casual and natural."-- "Bulletin, Center for Children's Books.
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