Becky is in big trouble. The Checkertown librarian has accused her of stealing a rare children's book! Now she's got to clear her name by tracking down the real culprit with the help of her twin brother, Toby. Together they investigate a string of bizarre crimes about town-including the disappearance of four more children's books. The twins soon find clues in the stories themselves that point the way to a secert treasure! But can they figure out the treasure map before the thief doea?
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Avi has published more than sixty books. Among them is Crispin: The Cross of Lead, winner of the 2003 Newbery Medal. Other novels with nineteenth-century settings, like The Traitors' Gate -- his grand nod to the work of Charles Dickens -- are listed before the title page, and include the Newbery Honor Book, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle. Avi and his family live in Denver, Colorado.
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THIEF! THIEF!,
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This review is from: Who Stole ""The Wizard Of Oz?"" (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (School & Library Binding)
I've always known Avi was a fabulous author. Who Stole the Wizard of Oz proved that to me once again. Becky, who is in 6th grade, is accused of stealing 5 rare books from the library. She claims she didn't do it and her twin brother Toby believes her, but how can they prove it? They think that if they can solve a certain kind of puzzle they might be able to catch the thief. With its suspense and creativity you can't dislike this story. A lot of mysteries are good but in my opinion this is one of the best chil- dren's mysteries out there. Once you start reading you can't stop. This book is very cleverly written. Whenever Avi can he throws in puzzles for you to solve or for you to wonder about. You don't need the illustrations to give you a picture of what is going on, but the outstanding drawings give you an even better picture of what is going on. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a fast moving, intriguing mystery. I think many young readers will enjoy this book for generations.
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Who Stole the Wizard of Oz?,
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This review is from: Who Stole the Wizard of Oz? (Paperback)
Do you know who stole the Wizard of Oz? This story drives you through mystery and excitement. When Becky is accused of stealing the Wizard of Oz book from the library she is determined to find the real robber. With the help of her twin brother Toby, Becky is driven through man obstacles to find the real culprit.I believe Avi wrote this book to all kid's and grown up's to always go for their goals and never stop. As Toby said, "What if nobody comes"? "Then we will wait as long as we have too". Proving to always go for your dreams not caring for what another person says. I recommend this book to all mystery lovers. Or to people who want to read a good book that makes you wonder.
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Who stole the Wizard of Oz?,
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Who stole the Wizard of Oz? To find out you'll have to read it. The book is about a girl and her frind ,Toby .When they are asked if they stole five very valueable books they say no. Now they are they will try to find the culpret.They find the books in...well that would ruin the surprise for you woulden't it
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My sister Becky and I were stretched out on the front porch one morning thinking out loud about how we should spend our summer vacation. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
The Wind, Treasure Island, Ben Gunn, Curious Facts About Ohio, Gertrude Tobias, Red Queen, Ann Parker, Wild Wood New!
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My sister Becky and I were stretched out on the front porch one morning thinking out loud about how we should spend our summer vacation. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
The Wind, Treasure Island, Ben Gunn, Curious Facts About Ohio, Gertrude Tobias, Red Queen, Ann Parker, Wild Wood New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Treasure Island (Signet Classics) by Robert Louis Stevenson on page 68, and page 69
- No More Magic by Avi in Back Matter
- Authors by Request: An Inside Look at Your Favorite Writers by Janis Campbell on page 106
- Teaching Genre: Mysteries (Grades 4-8) in Back Matter
- From One Experience to Another: Award-Winning Authors Sharing Real-Life Experiences Through Fiction by M. Jerry Weiss in Back Matter
- Instant Independent Reading Response Activities: 50 Fun, Reproducible Literature-Response Activities and Graphic Organizers-for ANY BOOK-That Help ... Reading and Build Important Skills by Laura Witmer on page 43
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