About This Book
In "Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Gold Coins," young Jennifer "Cam" Jansen, a fifth-grader with an extraordinary photographic memory, uses her unique ability to solve a real-world mystery. While searching for her lost science fair project, Cam inadvertently stumbles upon two valuable gold coins. This book is part of a beloved series known for its light tone, fast-paced plot, and emphasis on logic and observation skills. It's an excellent transitional chapter book for early readers, encouraging persistence and critical thinking in an engaging, accessible format.
While using her photographic memory to find her missing science fair project, Cam accidently locates two valuable gold coins.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you had a photographic memory like Cam, what would you use it for?
2
What clues did Cam notice that others might have missed? How did she use them?
3
How important is it to pay attention to details when trying to solve a problem?
4
Cam works with her friend Eric. How does working together help them solve the mystery?
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