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In "Nate the Great and the Missing Key," young detectives Nate and his loyal companion, Sludge, embark on a puzzling hunt to recover Annie’s lost house key. Working through clues, interviewing suspects, and discovering hidden details, they bring the mystery to a satisfying conclusion. The book encourages critical thinking, problem‑solving, and teamwork, all presented in an engaging narrative suitable for children in grades 2–3.
First publish date: February 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
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