Zoey and her friends are excited to take part in the Briar Ridge Elementary annual talent show. In fact, it’s all they can think about. The girls know their dance skills make them a shoo-in for the win. When the focus suddenly shifts to the disappearing items in Mrs. P’s classroom, Zoey and her classmates try to solve the mystery of the sticky finger bandit. Tensions build as the culprit becomes more brazen in taking their prized possessions. All the while, it’s Science Week. Zoey’s enjoying the hands on fun and scientific exploration until someone hi-jacks one of the experiments and the drama begins to unfold! A story filled with laughs, crushes, mystery, drama, and of course science. Will Zoey and her friends win the talent show? Will the identity of the sticky finger bandit be revealed? Follow along with Zoey and her friends to see what happens next.
Having really enjoyed the first Zoey Lyndon book, I was excited the author brought her back for another adventure. Aimed at the 8-12 year old set, Zoey has settled into her new school and has a solid group of friends who support and stand up for each other, even against a larger bully. Zoey loves science and shows underrepresented girls can be good at science and the experiment in the book is explained well enough for those who want to try it at home (and we do). This book has a lot of positive elements with good role models and an intact family of faith. There is humor, a mystery, a dance routine, and even a little well managed romance in regards to Zoey's older sister. Don't miss the knock knock jokes. Use this book to introduce children to science or just for enjoyment. It is a fun read with a positive message.