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Part of "Chasing Vermeer" series
"The Calder Game" by Blue Balliett is a captivating and intellectually stimulating novel for middle grade readers. The story revolves around a group of friends who become entangled in a mystery involving a stolen Calder mobile and a missing classmate. Balliett masterfully weaves together themes of art, math, and friendship, as the characters use their knowledge and skills to solve the mystery. The Calder Game is not only a thrilling adventure, but also an exploration of the power of creativity and collaboration. The author's use of descriptive language and attention to detail immerses the reader in the world of the story, making the characters and their struggles feel real and relatable. The Calder Game is a great choice for readers who enjoy puzzles, mysteries, and stories that challenge them to think critically. Additionally, Balliett incorporates real-world art and history into the story, making it an excellent resource for teaching kids about the importance of art and its role in society. The Calder Game is a must-read for any young reader who loves a good mystery and is looking to expand their knowledge of the world around them. Overall, The Calder Game is a well-written and engaging novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. It's a story that will inspire kids to think creatively, work together, and never give up on a mystery...
Blue Balliett
Chasing Vermeer
If you enjoyed the intricate puzzles and art-based mystery in 'The Calder Game', you'll love 'Chasing Vermeer' - Blue Balliett's debut novel. This book follows the adventures of two clever schoolchildren, Calder and Petra, as they attempt to solve a series of mysterious thefts related to a rare Vermeer painting.
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The Wright 3
The third book in the 'Chasing Vermeer' series, 'The Wright 3' is another great choice for fans of 'The Calder Game'. In this installment, Calder, Petra, and their friend Tommy uncover a hidden message in a Frank Lloyd Wright building, leading them on a thrilling adventure filled with intrigue and danger.
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The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
If you enjoyed the museum setting and the sense of adventure in 'The Calder Game', you'll love 'The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler'. This Newbery Medal-winning novel follows Claudia and her brother Jamie as they run away from home and hide out in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where they uncover a mysterious treasure.
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The Westing Game
If you enjoyed the intricate plot and clever twists in 'The Calder Game', you'll love 'The Westing Game'. This Newbery Medal-winning novel follows sixteen people who are brought together at the reading of a will, where they must solve a series of puzzles and riddles to inherit a vast fortune.
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The Mysterious Edge of the Heroic World
Fans of 'The Calder Game' will enjoy the blend of art, history, and mystery in 'The Mysterious Edge of the Heroic World'. This novel follows two unlikely friends, Amelia and Amedeo, as they uncover a hidden treasure and unravel a mystery that spans generations.
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The London Eye Mystery
If you enjoyed the thrilling sense of adventure in 'The Calder Game', you'll love 'The London Eye Mystery'. This novel follows Ted and Kat, who must solve the mystery of their cousin Salim's disappearance after he goes missing on the London Eye.
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The Puzzling World of Winston Breen
Fans of 'The Calder Game' will enjoy the puzzle-solving aspect of 'The Puzzling World of Winston Breen'. This novel follows Winston, a young puzzle enthusiast, as he uncovers a series of hidden messages and clues that lead him on a thrilling adventure.
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The Mysterious Benedict Society
If you enjoyed the teamwork and problem-solving in 'The Calder Game', you'll love 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'. This novel follows four gifted children as they infiltrate a secret society and uncover a sinister plot.
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