I devote most of my reading time to middle grade books and reviews. Every year though I let a younger chapter book title slip in as a good choice to prepare young readers for the eventual jump to longer middle grade novels.

No better way to start than with NATE THE GREAT and the STAR-SPANGLED PARROT, a chapter book for ages 6-9.

There are over 2 dozen books in this series and this one continues with another mystery. Nate must use his detective skills to once again crack the case.

Nate and his dog Sludge are approached by friend, Pip. He has lost his parrot. Not a real one like he has on his shoulder, but a drone fancied up to look like a parrot. The 4th of July picnic celebration is in 2 days and Pip had planned a stunning rendition of the Star-Spangled-Banner with his real parrot and the parrot drone. Nate gladly takes on the case.

There’s also a pig involved who ends up helping Nate get closer to finding the drone. At only 64 pages with colorful illustrations throughout, the mystery format and story line will encourage readers to keep reading more books in the series and eventually make the jump to more challenging MG selections.

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It’s almost time for another Marvelous Middle Grade Monday. Won’t you join us? It’s here I share highlights from other individuals blogging about middle grade books. Many of the posts will have reviews, interviews, and tips on writing. Take a look at PAST MMGM POSTS.

It’s easy to get a spot in the lineup. All you have to do is email me the title of the book or feature and a link to your blog at gpcolo[at]gmail[dot]com

Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately–and don’t forget to say what you’re featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening (11 PM Eastern Time) in order to be included in the list of links for the coming Monday.

*Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.