{"product_id":"the-tiger-troubles-2","title":"The Tiger Troubles - Ballpark Mysteries Baseball Chapter Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Tiger Troubles - Ballpark Mysteries Baseball Chapter Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ballpark Mysteries adventure combines baseball action with detective work, following young sleuths Mike and Kate as they solve a blackmail case involving the Detroit Tigers' famous slugger, Tony. When his prized trophy is stolen and held for ransom, these all-star detectives must track down the thief before time runs out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStory Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomeone has stolen Tony's favorite trophy and is blackmailing the Detroit Tigers slugger. The demands are clear: fill a tiger-shaped bag with signed baseballs or lose the trophy forever. Mike and Kate take on the challenge, racing against time to uncover the culprit and recover Tony's treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Young Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis early chapter book targets readers ages 6-9 who enjoy mystery fiction and baseball stories. The Ballpark Mysteries series offers an ideal matchup of sports action and detective work, making it perfect for fans of Ron Roy's A to Z Mysteries and Matt Christopher's sports books. The accessible writing style and engaging plot help reluctant readers develop their skills while staying entertained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEducational Bonus Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Ballpark Mysteries book includes \"Dugout Notes\" - special sections featuring amazing baseball facts that teach young readers about the sport while they enjoy the story. This combination of fiction and factual information makes the series both entertaining and educational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid A. Kelly has written for numerous newspapers and magazines. His first children's book was \u003ci\u003eBabe Ruth and the Baseball Curse\u003c\/i\u003e. Living just fifteen minutes from Fenway Park in Newton, Massachusetts, Kelly brings authentic baseball knowledge to his stories. Mark Meyers, who grew up in Utah and studied art at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, provides the illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis paperback edition from Random House Children's Books features engaging storytelling that keeps young readers turning pages. The Detroit Tigers setting adds authenticity to the mystery, while the relatable characters of Mike and Kate guide readers through the investigation. Published in April 2015, this installment continues the beloved Ballpark Mysteries series tradition of combining America's favorite pastime with thrilling whodunits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eBatter up! Ballpark Mysteries\u003c\/b\u003e(R)\u003cb\u003e combine baseball action with exciting whodunits for early-chapter book readers!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Someone is blackmailing the Detroit Tigers' famous slugger, Tony. They've stolen his favorite trophy, and unless he fills a tiger-shaped bag with signed baseballs, he'll never see the trophy again. Luckily, all-star sleuths Mike and Kate are ready to pounce on the case. Can they track down the thief in time to save Tony's treasure? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Ballpark Mysteries are the all-star matchup of fun sleuthing and baseball action, perfect for readers of Ron Roy's A to Z Mysteries and Matt Christopher's sports books, and younger siblings of Mike Lupica fans. Each Ballpark Mystery also features \"Dugout Notes,\" with more amazing baseball facts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDAVID A. KELLY has written for many newspapers and magazines, and \u003ci\u003eBabe Ruth and the Baseball Curse\u003c\/i\u003e was his first book for children. He lives fifteen minutes from Fenway Park in Newton, Massachusetts. You can visit the Ballpark Mysteries website at ballparkmysteries.com. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e MARK MEYERS grew up in Utah and studied art at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Random House Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680563925266,"sku":"9780385378789","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_71b05104-ef7f-41d0-9243-017318c5e976.jpg?v=1734922859","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-tiger-troubles-2","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}