Clever characters and crisp dialogue keep the story interesting. Enjoyable for readers of all ages. Feb 24, Jesse Presgraves rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book was a good option for middle grade readers to learn about investigations and animals. I enjoyed that each animal was perfect for it's role in the story. The private investigator was Leon Chameleon, who is slow to judge and very observant, using his eyes to check out what's going on since they can move independently of each other.
Editorial Reviews. Review. "This is a charming story, filled with interesting facts about animals, birds, insects and the little creatures that live in Pigeon Valley. Leon Chameleon PI and the case of the missing canary eggs (Volume 1) [Janet Hurst-Nicholson, Barbara McGuire] on www.farmersmarketmusic.com *FREE* shipping on.
The lead of undercover work is Detective Mole because he "works underground". Even the role of the owl as the judge was perfect, using it's wisdom to come to This book was a good option for middle grade readers to learn about investigations and animals. Even the role of the owl as the judge was perfect, using it's wisdom to come to the best decision. It was a good read, and easy to read through, although some words seemed they'd be a little difficult.
The storyline was perfect, with Leon trying his best to help them solve the crime, even though some of the members of the Flying Squad think he can't do it. You'll just have to read the book to find out. Sep 19, Anna rated it it was amazing Shelves: I bought this book for the pictures, but ended up enjoying it most for the story.
The author strikes the exact right blend of natural observation and fun story-telling, so we learn about South African wildlife at the same time we ponder an intriguing whodunit. My only minor complaint is the price, which I assume is due to the book being printed in color. But most of the illustrations are black and white, and I think even the color ones would have looked good in graytone. In the end, suspect the b I bought this book for the pictures, but ended up enjoying it most for the story.
In the end, suspect the book could sell for a third of the price if it weren't printed in color. That minor quibble aside, I'd recommend Leon Chameleon to adults and children alike. The biggest question is which of my friends and family should I lend it to first? A Very Interesting story of how these animals had joined together to help one another out!
I liked the suspense in this story as well as the animals speaking out for themselves. It was quite interesting of how they had their court cars handled very similar to ours in the United States of America. I recommend this ebook for kids from or in grades who love to read animal stories just like this or anyone.
For these reasons I have already stated I find it needs five stars. I received this eb A Very Interesting story of how these animals had joined together to help one another out!
I received this ebook for free and here is my honest review! Mar 14, Jane Blythe rated it it was amazing. I love mystery books now as an adult and I loved them when I was a kid too, and this book was a fabulous mystery story for kids! I pretty much liked everything about this book, I liked the title, I liked the characters, particularly the main character Leon Chameleon P.
I thought this story was amusing, and i I love mystery books now as an adult and I loved them when I was a kid too, and this book was a fabulous mystery story for kids! I thought this story was amusing, and interesting and exciting, plenty of adventure, twists and turns! Kaylynn rated it really liked it Oct 20, Giovanni Braun rated it it was amazing Jul 19, Marjorie rated it it was amazing Jul 07, Sally marked it as to-read Apr 20, Shelley Olivier added it Sep 11, Sue marked it as to-read Oct 23, BookDB marked it as to-read Nov 24, Angelia marked it as to-read Feb 22, Synopsis A humorous, animal detective story for year-olds.
When Mr Woodland Mouse mysteriously disappears, Constable Mole is quick to enlist the help of Leon Chameleon, Private Investigator, whose expertise enabled the Pigeon Valley Police to solve the case of the missing canary eggs.
After organising a search, Leon realises that there is only one creature in the valley who can spring the captured mouse from his prison. But just when he thinks Mr Woodland Mouse is safely on his way home, the plan goes horribly wrong Children will absorb much knowledge of the small creatures of Africa without being aware of it.
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