The Case of the Bicycle Bandit

Name: The Case of the Bicycle Bandit
ISBN: 9780613356800

by James Preller

When Ralphie Jordan's old bicycle goes missing, Jigsaw Jones and his partner Mila are on the case. The biggest puzzle is figuring out who would want a well-used hand-me-down bike, leading them on a ne

About This Book

In "The Case of the Bicycle Bandit," young readers are introduced to Jigsaw Jones, a budding detective, and his partner Mila. Their latest mystery involves the theft of Ralphie Jordan's old, hand-me-down bicycle. The challenge isn't just finding the bike, but understanding the motive behind stealing something seemingly of little value. This early chapter book is perfect for children aged 6-9, offering a gentle introduction to mystery and problem-solving. It highlights themes of friendship, teamwork, and fairness, making it an engaging read for kids ready for longer stories.

Jigsaw Jones and Mila go undercover to find out who has stolen Ralphie Jordan's old bicycle, but the big challenge is figuring out who would want a hand-me-down bike

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Friendship & Loyalty Teamwork & Collaboration Justice & Fairness Honesty & Integrity Resilience & Perseverance Puzzles & Games Friendship & Social School Life

Heads up, parents

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Discussion Prompts

What clues did Jigsaw and Mila use to solve the mystery?

Why do you think someone would steal a hand-me-down bike?

Have you ever lost something important to you? How did you feel?

What does it mean to be a good detective?

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