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Aven Green Sleuthing Machine introduces readers to the wonderfully confident and clever Aven Green, a third-grader who was born without arms. Aven has a unique theory that all her 'arm cells' went to her brain, making her an exceptional detective. In this engaging story, Aven takes on two simultaneous cases: her teacher's mysteriously vanished lunch bag and her great-grandma's missing dog. This book is perfect for 8-12 year olds, offering a blend of humor, mystery, and a powerful message about self-acceptance and resilience. It provides excellent representation of a character with a physical difference who thrives and inspires.
"Third-grader Aven Green has been solving mysteries for a whole month, cracking such cases as The Mystery of the Cranky Mom. But can this perceptive detective solve two cases at the same time? First her teacher's lunch bag disappears. Then Aven's great-grandma's dog goes missing. Fortunately, since Aven was born without arms, all the "arm" cells went to her super-powered brain instead. (That's her theory.)"--
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Aven's unique way of seeing the world help her solve mysteries?
2
What does Aven mean when she says her 'arm cells' went to her brain? How does this show her confidence?
3
Have you ever lost something important, like the teacher's lunch or a pet? How did you feel?
4
What qualities make Aven a good friend and a good detective?
5
How does Aven show resilience when facing challenges?
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