The Mysterious Miss Slade

By: Dick King-Smith

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Synopsis: Perhaps it's the patch on her eye. Or maybe it's the donkey she rides. It might even be the ancient caravan she lives in, surrounded by six dogs, six cats, several goats, and a lot of chickens. Whatever the reason, the village children think Miss Slade is a witch. To Jim and Patsy Reader, Miss Slade is the eccentric neighbor who lets them play with her animals, shares her lunch of chips and cookies, and makes them laugh out loud. Soon the whole family is attached to her. But Miss Slade is a mystery, even to the Readers: Why does she speak like an aristocrat? And where did she get that gold sovereign? It turns out Miss Slade does have a secret after all--one that brings trouble when discovered. Luckily, she has some friends--human and canine--who can help. With humor, compassion, and a yard full of animals, Dick King-Smith, beloved author of Babe: The Gallant Pig, tells a warm story of friendship and kindness.

Book Quality:: Excellent
Book Size:: 124 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9780517800461
Publisher:: Random House
Date of Addition:: 10/14/12
Copyrighted By:: Fox Busters Ltd.
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Children's Books, Animals, Literature and Fiction, Mystery and Thrillers
Grade Levels:: Third grade, Fourth grade, Fifth grade
Submitted By:: Sandra Ryan
Proofread By:: Lissi
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.