THE CHICKEN SQUAD by Doreen Cronin

The four chicks from The Trouble with Chickens are back in their own adventure. This time something has invaded the yard and alarmed the neighborhood squirrel. But the chicks have a plan to save them all!

Oh my - I laughed long and loud at this one! Fantastically done. Funny for kids with a touch of sarcasm for the adults who might be reading along. I loved, loved, loved this one!

5 out of 5 stars

The next book in the series releases on September 30, 2014

TUESDAY: Trouble with Chickens by Doreen Cronin

Summary

JJ is a retired search and rescue dog who tells his story like a grizzled old detective. Mama Chicken has two missing chicks and she wants JJ to help her find them. But nothing is what it appears to be on the surface, and JJ will have to figure out whom he can trust if he's going to solve the mystery.

Review

Fun story - good mystery for young readers with plenty of twists and turns and interesting characters. Observant readers will notice that the shape of the chapter numbers indicates which chapters are told by the villain. Voices for each character are distinct.

Recommended ages are 6 to 12. Sequel called The Legend of Diamond Lil is scheduled for release February 28, 2012.

4 out of 5 stars

Recommended for: Elementary readers, mystery lovers, classroom read alouds, example of voice for writing teachers

Cautions: None