About This Book
Freddy and the French Fries #2: The Mystery of Silas Finklebean is a fast-paced and humorous chapter book perfect for early elementary readers. Nine-year-old inventor Freddy Funkhouser is determined to win the Pookesville science contest, especially when his rival, Adam Spanker, threatens his family's restaurant with a volcano project. When Freddy uncovers the lab of a long-lost scientist, Silas Finklebean, he finds instructions to build a time machine, adding an exciting twist to his plans. This book explores themes of ingenuity, perseverance, and dealing with competition, all wrapped in an engaging mystery. It's a great choice for kids who love science, adventure, and a good laugh.
Competing in the Pookesville science contest, nine-year-old inventor Freddy Funkhouser builds a time machine to try to outwit rival Adam Spanker, whose volcano is set to annihilate the Funkhauser restaurant.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you could invent anything, what would it be and why?
2
How do you think Freddy felt when Adam Spanker threatened his family's restaurant?
3
What are some fair ways to compete in a contest?
4
Have you ever had to deal with a bully? What did you do?
5
What do you think is the most exciting part about time travel?
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