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The Home Run Mystery

The Home Run Mystery

Description

In 'The Home Run Mystery', the Alden children, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny, are huge Greenfield Giants fans. The team is competing for the championship, and the Aldens are thrilled to meet the team's rookie sensation, Jim Finch. However, when a lot of strange things begin to happen, it appears someone is trying to sabotage the team. Stolen equipment, food poisoning, and ruined uniforms are just a few of the mishaps plaguing the Giants. The Aldens, with their knack for solving mysteries, decide to investigate. They uncover a rival team's plot to sabotage the Giants and reveal the culprit. In the end, their efforts help the Giants secure the championship.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
developing
Length
120 pages
Book in series
#14

Why to read

  • Exciting mystery that keeps you hooked till the end
  • Teaches the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship
  • A fun way to learn about baseball
  • Great choice of book if you loved other books in 'The Boxcar Children' series