Wallace and Grace and the Gift Thief

by Heather Alexander, Laura Zarrin (Illustrator)

Overview

Two owl detectives solve a Christmas mystery in this installment of a charming early reader series, perfect for fans of the Owl Diaries.

In the fifth book in the charming Wallace and Grace series, the two owl detectives look for whooo in the forest has been stealing holiday gifts.

These best friends are partners in the Night Owl Detective Agency and work together to solve mysteries!

Two days before the Christmas party in the Big Woods, presents under the Gift Tree go missing. Whooo is stealing them? Can Wallace and Grace follow the clues to catch the thief?

Young readers will delight in the funny, accessible story, the perfect pathway to chapter books.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781547616145
Publisher:	Bloomsbury USA
Publication date:	11/05/2024
Series:	Wallace and Grace
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	5.80(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	5 - 7 Years

About the Author

Heather Alexander is the author of numerous books for children, both fiction and nonfiction, including the Wallace and Grace early chapter book series, Eat Bugs: Project Startup, The Amazing Stardust Friends, A Child's Introduction to Egyptology, The Good Luck Book, and Only in America. Heather also works as a children's book editor and lives in Los Angeles. Visit her at heatheralexanderbooks.com.

Laura Zarrin spent her childhood in the St. Louis area exploring creeks, woods, and attic closets, with plenty of tree climbing and digging for artifacts in the backyard all in preparation for her future career as an archeologist. She never became one because she realized she's much happier drawing. Laura lives in Silicon Valley in California with her very logical husband and teen sons, and their illogical dog, Cody.
www.laurazarrinstudios.com
@Laura Zarrin

Editorial Reviews

“This cupcake mystery should make readers hungry for Wallace and Grace's newest case . . . . With a little humor and its resourceful boy and girl owl friends, this provides a comfortable experience for newly independent readers.” —Kirkus Reviews, on WALLACE AND GRACE AND THE CUPCAKE CAPER

“The illustrations are colorful and engaging, and there is a good balance between words and illustrations so new readers will be encouraged. . . . Fans of Rebecca Elliott's "Owl Diaries" will flock to this adorable new series.” —School Library Journal, on WALLACE AND GRACE AND THE CUPCAKE CAPER

“Zarrin's cozy color artwork and Alexander's chirpy narrative energize a story that highlights the rewards of mutual respect, collaboration, and friendship.” —Publishers Weekly, on WALLACE AND GRACE TAKE THE CASE

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