Books like Young Cam Jansen and the baseball mystery by David A. Adler
When a baseball game pauses because a ball has vanished, young detective Cam Jansen steps in. Using her extraordinary photographic memory, she tracks clues and retrieves the missing ball, restoring order to the field and bringing the game back to life.
Cam’s sharp observation skills and love of baseball combine in a fun, engaging mystery that keeps readers guessing until the very end. Along the way, she demonstrates that a keen mind and a calm spirit can solve any puzzle—even one that hits the home plate.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: David A. Adler
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