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The case of maker mischief / written by Liam O'Donnell ; illustrated by Aurélie Grand.
"Myron, the third-grade detective who loves logic, facts, and solving mysteries, gets the chance to crack another case when he finds out his classmate Jordan's robot has been stolen. Together with his detective partner, the hyper-energetic Hajrah, Myron pins down two suspects: Sarah "Smasher" McGintley, the school bully, and Lionel Amar, another robot builder who was caught with Jordan and Glitch's plans. But after investigating the case further, they find out the thief is someone entirely unexpected. Myron's 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. With a connection to STEAM and the maker movement, this book is an exciting next installment in the West Meadows Detectives series."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781771473859 (paperback)
- Physical Description: 134 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
- Publisher: Toronto, Ontario : Owlkids Books, 2019.
- Copyright: ©2016
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Reprint. Originally published: Toronto, ON: Owlkids Books, 2016. |
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| Subject: | Robots > Juvenile fiction. Theft > Juvenile fiction. |
| Genre: | Detective and mystery fiction |
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Available copies
- 3 of 4 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Prince Rupert Library.
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- 0 current holds with 4 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Rupert Library | J O'Do (Text) | 33294002076859 | Juvenile Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
- Booklist Reviews : Booklist Reviews 2016 November #1
The West Meadows detectives, Myron and Hajrah, have another case to solve. This time, classmate Jordan's robot has been stolen right before a "Maker Faire," where it was due to compete in a maze-running exercise. Myron, logical and literal (he's on the autism spectrum), narrates the investigation he and Hajrah conduct, focusing at first on the school bully, Smasher McGintley, who expressed interest in taking the robot for her own. Another classmate, Lionel, is also exhibiting odd behavior. Although Hajrah is as dramatic as Myron is stolid, the two work off each other's ideas to solve the mystery, which readers can probably also do if they read carefully. Grand's cartoonlike illustrations enhance the story nicely. The cast of characters is diverse and realistic, depicted with nuance and individuality. Myron's conversation with his sister about recognizing jokes is a sweet example of how the dialogue shapes the narrative. The plot and characters work well together, and the narrative will appeal to high/low readers and mystery lovers alike. Copyright 2016 Booklist Reviews. - Horn Book Guide Reviews : Horn Book Guide Reviews 2017 Fall
In their second case, elementary school detectives Myron (who's on the autism spectrum) and Hajrah (who has ADHD) investigate the theft of a robot made by a classmate for an upcoming tech competition. Engagingly narrated by Myron, the story bogs down a bit in the middle, but young readers will be captivated by the two main characters' spirited interactions and their winsome personalities. Copyright 2017 Horn Book Guide Reviews. - Kirkus Reviews : Kirkus Reviews 2016 August #2
Elementary school detectives put their (neurodiverse) heads together to investigate the case of a stolen robot. When his doorbell rings on a Friday morning, Myron knows something is afoot; his autism makes him sensitive to changes in his routine. He's right; Jordan, a classmate from his special needs classroom, is calling on him and his friend Hajrahâaka the West Meadows Detectivesâto find out who stole his robot for the upcoming Maker Faire. Logical, white Myron and hyperenergetic, Middle Eastern Hajrah brave the bullying Smasher McGinty and follow clues to find a plausible, lightly foreshadowed culprit. Myron and Hajrah's friendship is delightfully fleshed out through their bickering and understanding of each other's respective quirksâand quirks they are, free of medicalization. Myron's autism is quickly explained but is just as quickly understood as intrinsic to his personality, buzzing brain and all. While his literal thinking is sometimes unintentionally humorous, it doesn't preclude his own sense of humorâin fact, his awareness of it allows him to laugh at himself, and others laugh with him rather than at him. Nor does his logic preclude empathy; in fact, it aids in deducing others' emotions. Grand's friendly illustrations also offer glimpses of Myron's personality, from his detective posters to the pencil mug that reads, "The truth is out there." Jordan is depicted with East Asian features; Smasher is a white girl. Readers will enjoy following Myron's developing, appealing voice as much as they do following clues. (Mystery. 7-9) Copyright Kirkus 2016 Kirkus/BPI Communications. All rights reserved.
