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The Wright 3

(2006, Fiction - Mystery, Written by Blue Balliett, Illustrated by Brett Helquist)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Clever kids save historic house in tepid sequel.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The kids tell lies, hide things from their parents, sneak out at night, and engage in reckless behavior.
  • Violence:

    Thieves tie the kids up and threaten them.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Wright 3

Parents need to know that the child-heroes of this book, while clever, lie to each other and to their parents, and sneak out at night in dangerous situations. As readers travel through this mystery, they can find and decode the clues, both verbal and pictorial, scattered throughout the book.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the historical background. Who was Frank Lloyd Wright, and what is the real history of the Robie Residence? Also, why does Tommy behave the way he does? If you were Calder or Petra, how would you have handled it?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational

    Awesomee !!

    I loved this book because it was about history, but in a fun way. The suspense was building up, and the clues just all tied up. Its very good.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    A Perfect Sequel

    This was an excellent sequel. It is the second best in the series. It isn't as good as chasing vermeer but i liked it

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Page Turner

    The author twists historical facts into this gripping book! Mysteries and social life all ties in nicely! You sit at the edge or you seat! My favorite part is the ending! Awesome Book!

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i loved this book!

  5. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Vermont
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    wow!

    a perfect sequel to the perfect book! I loved it, and liked the mystery aspect to it. It was completely appropriate. Once you start reading it you can't stop. Great read.

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