Cover of Nate the Great and the Mushy Valentine

Nate the Great and the Mushy Valentine

Author Marjorie Weinman Sharmat Illustrated by Marc Simont

Grades 1-4 Ages 6-9

Perfect for beginning readers, this timeless chapter book is a fun introduction to the detective mystery genre. And for Valentine's Day, kids can follow Nate as he unravels the problem, all the while learning about the importance of friendship--with people and dogs! 

Nate the Great hates mushy stuff. Then he spies a big red paper heart taped to Sludge’s doghouse. Who left Nate’s dog a secret valentine? Nate will solve the case, and then there will be no more mushy stuff. At least that’s what he thinks. . . .

Check out the Fun Activities section in the back of the book! 

“A most appealing choice.”—Booklist, Boxed Review

Available Formats

Trade Paperback 9780440410133
eBook 9780385372985
Unabridged Audiobook Download 9780307942043
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