Mystery in Crooked Creek Woods helps kids avoid jumping to conclusions and allow truth to guide their perspective.
When it appears someone is stealing artifacts from the forest preserve, Jack and Elliott decide to track down the culprit. But will Jack's prejudices get in the way of finding the thief?
Recommended age range: 8-12
Strengths:
- Eastep creates a double mystery through the plot and the piece Jack and Elliott are writing for a young author's writing contest.
- The author continues to accurately describe the 90s and connect young readers to that time.
- Eastep weaves facts and history into the storyline in natural ways.
- This is book 4 in the Tree Street Kids series.
Overall rating: 7 (out of 10)
Interested in learning more about Amanda? Check out her author interview on my blog.