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The Case of the Gasping Garbage

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4 out of 5
Based on 214 Ratings and 45 Reviews

Book Description
In this clever chapter book, the first in a new series, real science is seamlessly woven into four separate mysteries solved by Science Detectives Drake Doyle and Nell Fossey. No case is too big or too small for this dynamic duo, who never miss an opportunity to decipher anonymous love notes or unveil the true identity of garbage-can monsters.

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Book Information
PublisherDutton Children's Books
BindingHardcover (5 editions)
Reading LevelAges 9-12
# of Pages57
ISBN-100525466576
ISBN-13978-0525466574
Publication Date07/09/2001
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About Michele Torrey (Author) : Michele Torrey, author of chapter books for young readers and novels for middle grade, young adult, and adult, is a two-time Thurber House Residency in Children's Literature nominee, plus a two-time w... more
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About Barbara Johansen Newman (Illustrator) : Been illustrating for books, magazines, newspaper, brochures, calendars, and other venues since 1982. Since 1997, I have spent 99% of my time doing art for kids' books, by choice, and with love. Now ... more
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