Books like Cam Jansen and the mystery of the dinosaur bones by David A. Adler
When Cam Jansen notices that some bones are missing from a dinosaur skeleton on display at the museum, she uses her photographic memory to investigate the theft. Armed with her keen observational skills and a passion for solving puzzles, Cam navigates clues and suspects to discover who has been pilfering the dinosaur bones and uncover their motive.
Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Dinosaur Bones is part of the popular Cam Jansen series that blends adventure, mystery, and a young sleuth’s sharp memory, appealing to children’s fiction readers who enjoy detective stories and dinosaurs.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: David A. Adler
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