Dig to Disaster (QUIX Miss Mallard Mystery Series)

by Robert Quackenbush, Robert Quackenbush (Illustrator)

Overview

World-famous duck-tective Miss Mallard must discover who is terrorizing an archaeological expedition in this mystery that launches QUIX, a new line of fun-to-read short chapter books that are perfect for emerging readers.

A terrifying headless demon threatens an archaeological expedition in the jungles of South America in this Miss Mallard Mystery. Bestselling author Robert Quackenbush’s super-sleuth, Miss Mallard, is on the case to find the true villain!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781534413146
Publisher:	Aladdin
Publication date:	05/08/2018
Series:	QUIX Miss Mallard Mystery Series
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	80
File size:	11 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

About the Author

Robert Quackenbush (1929–2021), the author and illustrator of more than two hundred books for young readers, was a graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Los Angeles and also had a master’s degree in social studies and a PhD in childhood education. Quackenbush’s many books include the Henry the Duck series, Detective Mole, the Miss Mallard Mystery series, Pete Pack Rat, and the Sheriff Sally Gopher series. He was the three-time winner of the American Flag Institute Award for outstanding contributions to children’s literature and winner of an Edgar Allan Poe Special Award for best juvenile mystery. He lived in New York City with his wife, Margery, director of NAAP. Their now adult son, Piet, was the inspiration for many of the author’s books when he was growing up.

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Dig to Disaster

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2018
Gr 1–3—This latest installment is a humorous adventure that is sure to engage young readers. Miss Mallard is back on the detective trail in a mystery that explores "Kimbu Tacka," an ancient undiscovered temple. Along with her fellow tourists, she hopes to find the temple, but is thrown off track by the legend of "The Headless Demon." The group narrowly escapes numerous pitfalls, all while gathering clues. Miss Mallard and her friends must survive the demon and uncover his true form. The text features are what really stand out in this beginning chapter book, including a "Cast of Characters" and glossary. VERDICT A solid mystery/adventure for readers who are just starting to advance into chapter books. Kids who enjoy Arnold Lobel's "Frog and Toad" or Cynthia Rylant's "Henry & Mudge" series will enjoy Miss Mallard's high jinks.—Elizabeth Pelayo, St. Charles East High School, IL

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