Books like Live from the fifth grade by Colleen O'Shaughnessy McKenna
Roger Friday is known for his mischievous pranks, especially at school. When a serious robbery hits his fifth‑grade classroom, his curiosity turns into an investigation that pulls him closer to the truth. To his surprise, the person he thought merely a playmate—and target—turns out to be the mastermind. As the mystery unfolds, Roger must use his cleverness, his knowledge of school hide‑outs, and a dash of courage to bring the theft to light.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Colleen O'Shaughnessy McKenna
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