Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Bear Scare [Paperback]

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter book Jigsaw Jones Mysteries from James Preller have it all.

Is there a bear loose in the woods by Jigsaw Jones' town? For once this second-grade detective and his partner Mila Yeh might be out of their depth! One way or another, these two young sleuths will get to the bottom of who, or what, is growling and snapping in those woods inThe Case of the Bear Scare.

James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics!

James Prelleris the author of many acclaimed books for children includingSix Innings, Bystander, The Fall, The Courage Test,Better Off Undeadand the Scary Tales series. Jigsaw Jones, his beloved early chapter book series, has been popular among beginning readers and is now back in print for a new generation. James Preller lives in Delmar, New York, with his family. He maintains a blog on writing and travels to classrooms around the country.

R. W. Alleyis the illustrator of many books for children, including the Jigsaw Jones series. He lives with his family in Rhode Island.

Jigsaw Jones and the Case from Outer Space:

Fans . . . can count on the series for likable characters and a bit of a challenge here and there. . . . With short sentences, bits of humor, and engaging illustrations, the latest early chapter book inPrellers long-running Jigsaw Jones Mystery series has plenty of appeal for young independent readers. Booklist

Those who enjoy Prellers works for younger readers will welcome the return of Jigsaw Jones.Highly recommended, especially for devotees of series such as David A. Adlers Cam Jansen, Ron Roys A to Z Mysteries and Calendar Mysteries, and, of course, Marjorie Weinman Sharmats Nate the Great. Scholcb