Book details
Jo Nesbo's Fart Powder Series: Doctor Proctor's Fart Powder, Bubble in the Bathtub, Who Cut the Cheese
Published in
2012
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Description
An eBook boxed set of Jo Nesbo's Fart Powder series, featuring Doctor Proctor's Fart Powder, Bubble in the Bathtub, and Who Cut the Cheese?.In Dr. Proctor's Fart Powder, eleven-year-old Nilly moves to his new neighborhood in Oslo, Norway, and meets his neighbor, Doctor Proctor, an eccentric professor who invents wacky potions and powdersincluding an industrial strength fart powder that can send people to outer space. Bubble in the Bathtub features even more hijinks as Doctor Proctor has plans for a new invention. You see, he lost his true love years ago, when Juliette Margarine married an evil count. The good Doctor has never quite gotten over this, and hes going back to change the course of history. But when things go wrong, its up to Nilly and Lisa to travel back in time to reunite the two lovebirds. In Who Cut the Cheese? Nilly, Lisa, and Doctor Proctor are too busy inventing things to watch TV, and everyone says theyre missing out on the hot singing competition. But then Nilly and Lisa notice that their friends and family are acting really weird. And the only people acting weirdare the ones watching TV.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
1240 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging and Humorous: Jo Nesbo's Fart Powder Series is filled with witty humor and engaging storytelling that will keep both children and adults entertained. The series is known for its unique blend of comedy and adventure, making it a fun read for anyone looking for a good laugh and an exciting story.
- Imaginative World-Building: The series introduces readers to an imaginative world where Doctor Proctor's inventions, including the famous fart powder, lead to all sorts of hilarious and unpredictable situations. The creativity in world-building encourages readers to think outside the box and enjoy the fantastical elements of the story.
- Themes of Friendship and Teamwork: Throughout the series, the characters demonstrate the importance of friendship and working together to overcome challenges. Young readers can learn valuable lessons about cooperation, loyalty, and the strength of bonds between friends.
- Popular Author: Jo Nesbo is a well-known and respected author, famous for his crime novels for adults. The Fart Powder Series showcases his versatility as a writer, allowing younger audiences to enjoy his storytelling prowess. Reading this series provides an opportunity to experience a different side of Nesbo's writing.