Capital Mysteries #11: The Secret at Jefferson's Mansion

From popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy comes a red, white, and blue mystery perfect for the election season

In the eleventh book of the Capital Mysteries--an early chapter book mystery series featuring fun facts and famous sites from Washington, D.C.--KC and Marshall are painting a closet in the White House when they come across a forgotten cubbyhole. Hidden inside is an old box of homemade toy horses that one belonged to Thomas Jefferson KC and Marshall take the historic treasure to Jefferson's home, Monticello, but right after they get there, the box - with all the horses inside - is stolen How did a thief snatch the horses from right under everyone's noses? KC and Marshall are going to find out

Each book highlights one of the famous museums, buildings, or monuments from the Washington area and includes a map and a two-page fun fact spread with photographs. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries

Author: Ron Roy
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Published: 05/26/2009
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 7.30h x 5.10w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780375845338
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 130598 / Secret at Jefferson's Mansion


Review Citation(s):
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2010 pg. 60 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Capital Mysteries, and Calendar Mysteries. When not working on a new book in his Connecticut home, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit him online at RonRoy.com.

TIMOTHY BUSH is a writer-illustrator with many children's projects to his credit, including the elaborate visual extravaganza James in the House of Aunt Prudence and Ferocious Girls, Steamroller Boys, and Other Poems in Between. He lives in New York, New York.