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    Capital Mysteries #2: Kidnapped at the Capital

    Part of Capital Mysteries

    Author Ron Roy
    Illustrated by Liza Woodruff
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    $6.99 US
    RH Childrens Books | Random House Books for Young Readers
    5.25"W x 7.5"H x 0.21"D   | 2 oz | 48 per carton
    On sale Apr 09, 2002 | 80 Pages | 9780307265142
    Age 6-9 years | Grades 1-4
    Reading Level: Lexile 500L | Fountas & Pinnell N
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    From popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy comes a red, white, and blue mystery perfect for the election season! 

    In the second book of the Capital Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery series featuring fun facts and famous sites from Washington, D.C.—KC and Marshall are going to the Cherry Blossom Festival. They have an invitation from the President of the United States! But while they are off getting ice cream, KC's mom and President Thornton are kidnapped - right under the bodyguards' noses. Who cares if the FBI is on the case? KC isn't giving up until she finds her mom!
     
    Each book highlights one of the famous museums, buildings, or monuments from the Washington area and includes a map and a two-page fun fact spread with photographs. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries!

    Ron Roy is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries series. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit Ron online at RonRoy.com. View titles by Ron Roy
    Liza Woodruff View titles by Liza Woodruff

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    From popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy comes a red, white, and blue mystery perfect for the election season! 

    In the second book of the Capital Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery series featuring fun facts and famous sites from Washington, D.C.—KC and Marshall are going to the Cherry Blossom Festival. They have an invitation from the President of the United States! But while they are off getting ice cream, KC's mom and President Thornton are kidnapped - right under the bodyguards' noses. Who cares if the FBI is on the case? KC isn't giving up until she finds her mom!
     
    Each book highlights one of the famous museums, buildings, or monuments from the Washington area and includes a map and a two-page fun fact spread with photographs. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries!

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    Ron Roy is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries series. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit Ron online at RonRoy.com. View titles by Ron Roy
    Liza Woodruff View titles by Liza Woodruff

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