Book details
Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Disgusting Sneakers
Description
A stolen teacup...An extra set of footprints...Four very strange words...A pirate's treasure...And a race to find a cheater in Idaville's annual disgusting sneaker contest!These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain. Try to crack the cases along with him--the answers to all the mysteries are found in the back!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
48 pages
Book in series
#18
Why to read
- Develops Problem-Solving Skills: Reading 'Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Disgusting Sneakers' challenges young readers to solve mysteries alongside the protagonist, Leroy 'Encyclopedia' Brown, which can help enhance critical thinking and deductive reasoning abilities.
- Entertaining and Educational: The book provides a fun and engaging reading experience that also educates readers on various topics through the facts and trivia Encyclopedia Brown uses to solve cases, making learning enjoyable.
- Introduction to Mystery Genre: This book is a great introduction for children to the mystery genre, offering age-appropriate puzzles and cases that can spark a lifelong interest in detective stories and literature.
- Positive Role Model: Encyclopedia Brown is a smart, resourceful, and ethical character who encourages readers to value intelligence, fairness, and perseverance, making him a positive role model for children.