The Mystery at the Kentucky Derby — Carole Marsh

One famous race track, one missing horse, two missing jockeys, three million missing dollars and two minutes to solve the mystery! When Mimi and Papa get invited to the most famous horse race in the world, Grant and Christina tag along. They meet up with a couple of horsy friends and start to have some fun! But then, mysterious things begin to happen: first a horse disappears, then two jockeys! The next thing you know, the kids are finding clues that may help them solve the mystery and save the race! But it's a two-minute race to the finish line! Come along and help them! 


LOOK what's in this mystery - people, places, history, and more! 

Kentucky Derby history, facts, and traditions • Horses and jockeys • Great Steamboat Race on the Ohio River history and facts • Triple Crown races • Ohio River and Falls history and facts • Riding clothes facts • How to Ride a Horse • Pony breeds • Difference between Horse and Pony • Pegasus Parade history • Churchill Downs • Eva Bandman Park • Kentucky Derby Museum • Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center. 


This mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that keep kids begging for more! This mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, Built-In Book Club and activities. 


Below is the Reading Levels Guide for this book:

Grade Levels: 3-6

Accelerated Reader Reading Level: 4.3

Accelerated Reader Points: 3

Accelerated Reader Quiz Number: 79512

Lexile Measure: 670

Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading Level: Q

Developmental Assessment Level: 40