Jigsaw Jones The Case from Outer Space [Paperback]

Jigsaw Jones is back! InThe Case from Outer Space, an original mystery from James Preller, Jigsaw and his crewMila, Joey, and Danikafind a clue that implies an alien may be about to visit their school! Can it be true? And what does the Little Free Library have that aliens from outer space might want?

(Hint: The school librarian has invited a special guest to talk about space explorationan astronaut!)

Friendship, mystery, and school-day shenanigans are what make the Jigsaw Jones chapter book mysteries beloved and read over and over. Includes a word jumble (names of planets in solar system), writing prompts, and information on how to start a little free library (which are taking hold in many parts of the country)!

This title has Common Core connections.

James Prelleris the author of the acclaimed novelsSix Innings,Bystander,The Fall,andThe Courage Testand the Scary Tales series, all published by Feiwel and Friends. He has also written several picture books, but is perhaps best known for theJigsaw Jonesseries. He travels to classrooms around the country and maintains a blog about writing and literacy. He lives in Delmar, New York, with his family.

Jigsaw Jones is back!Prellers puzzle-solving second grader returns for his first mystery in 10 years, coinciding with the republication of four original Jigsaw Jones mysteries. Fans will be happy to once more see Jigsaw, fellow detective Mila Yeh, teacher Mrs. Gleason, and other familiar friends. Here, classmates Joey and Danika find a mysterious note in a book they borrowed from a neighbors Little Free Library. They are convinced it means that aliens are coming. ... As usual, Preller brings the threads together in the end. ...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 Mystlc: