Synopses & Reviews
Don’t miss A to Z Mysteries—alphabetic adventures that are full of thrills, chills, and cases to crack!
U is for Umpire...
In the twenty-first book of the A to Z Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery series featuring strong boy and girl characters—the whole town has turned out to watch the Green Lawn women challenge the men in the charity baseball game - and to see Mr. Pocket's prized baseball collection. But sometime during the game, the balls are stolen! The police suspect the umpire of foul play. Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose prove he's innocent, or is it strike three for the Green Lawn ump?
Each book includes a map and a letter from the author. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries!
Synopsis
The whole town has turned out to watch the Green Lawn women challenge the menand to see Mr. Pockets prized baseball collection. But sometime during the game, the balls are stolen! The police suspect the umpire of foul play. Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose prove hes innocent, or is it strike three for the Green Lawn ump?
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Help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose solve mysteries from A to Z
Kids love collecting the entire alphabet and super editions With over 8 million copies in print, the A to Z Mysteries(r) have been hooking chapter book readers on mysteries and reading for years. Now this classic kid favorite is back with a bright new look
U is for Umpire . . . Play ball While the whole town of Green Lawn is watching the women take on the men in a charity baseball game, Mr. Pocket s prized baseball collection is stolen The police suspect the umpire of foul play. Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose prove his innocence . . . or will they strike out?
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The whole town turns out to watch the Green Lawn women challenge the men and to see Mr. Pocket's prized baseball collection. But during the game, the balls are stolen. The police suspect the umpire. Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose prove he's innocent? Illustrations.
About the Author
RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Capital Mysteries, and Calendar Mysteries. When not working on a new book in his Connecticut home, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. Visit him online at RonRoy.com.