About This Book
"Cam Jansen: the Scary Snake Mystery" is the seventeenth book in the beloved Cam Jansen series, perfect for young readers transitioning to chapter books. Fifth-grader Jennifer "Cam" Jansen uses her unique photographic memory, activated by a mental "click," to recall crucial details and solve mysteries with her friend Eric. In this installment, Cam investigates the theft of her mother's video camera, which also contained footage of a large, intimidating snake. The series is praised for promoting logic, observation skills, and persistence in a light, fast-paced, and dialogue-led format, making it an excellent choice for children aged 6-9 who enjoy detective stories.
Cam investigates when a thief steals her mother's video camera and a tape containing footage of a big scary snake.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Cam's photographic memory help her solve mysteries? What kind of memory do you have?
2
What clues did Cam notice that others might have missed? Why is it important to be observant?
3
Have you ever lost something important? How did you try to find it?
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What do you think makes a good detective?
5
What was the "scary snake" like in your imagination?
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