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"The second book in the West Meadows Detectives series, now available in paperback. Myron, the third-grade detective who loves logic, facts, and solving mysteries, gets the chance to crack a second case when he finds out his classmate Jordan's robot has been stolen, right before the upcoming Maker Faire Robot Maze Challenge. Together with his detective partner, the hyper-energetic Hajrah, Myron investigates the case. His unique perspective from the autism spectrum and his eye for detail make him a top-notch sleuth. Similarly, the other neurodiverse kids in his resource room demonstrate creative problem solving and unique talents that come in handy for the case. Black-and-white spot illustrations accompany the text in this fun and accessible page-turner for independent readers. AGES: 7 to 10 AUTHOR: Liam O'Donnell is an award-winning author and educator who has created over 40 graphic novels and books for reluctant readers. He lives in London, Ontario. SELLING POINTS: . Second book in the hit West Meadows Detectives series . Focus on celebrating the unique strengths and abilities that come with neurodiversity, rather than treating it as a ""disability"" . Champions creative problem solving and revolves around a maker faire . Engaging and accessible story for independent readers"

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"""Readers will enjoy following Myron's developing, appealing voice as much as they do following clues."" --Kirkus Reviews Praise for the West Meadows Detectives series ""Perfect for a burgeoning reader...O'Donnell has created a series that young readers will be eager to return to as more titles are added."" --School Library Journal ""With a cast that's both ethnically and developmentally diverse, this school-day caper should entertain a broad range of readers, while also opening eyes to the perspectives of those not like themselves."" --Publisher's Weekly ""Will be a hit in libraries...finally we have a great mystery novel with an autistic main character. Recommended."" --School Library Connection"

Readers will enjoy following Myron's developing, appealing voice as much as they do following clues. --Kirkus Reviews Praise for the West Meadows Detectives series Perfect for a burgeoning reader...O'Donnell has created a series that young readers will be eager to return to as more titles are added. --School Library Journal With a cast that's both ethnically and developmentally diverse, this school-day caper should entertain a broad range of readers, while also opening eyes to the perspectives of those not like themselves. --Publisher's Weekly Will be a hit in libraries...finally we have a great mystery novel with an autistic main character. Recommended. --School Library Connection

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LIAM O'DONNELL is an award-winning author and educator who has created over 40 graphic novels and books for reluctant readers. He lives in London, Ontario. AURÉLIE GRAND graduated from Capilano University in British Columbia and now works as an illustrator in Montreal, Quebec.

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