The Eggs That Would Not Add Up · My Hadithi

The Eggs That Would Not Add Up

A boy, a puzzle that won't add up, and a warm lesson in patience for Grade 4 readers.

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A boy who keeps careful track of his hen's eggs finds the numbers will not add up, so he sets out to solve the mystery himself. This warm Grade 4 story turns a small puzzle into a gentle lesson about patience, curiosity, and holding off on blame. A good fit for young readers who enjoy a mystery with a calm, hopeful close.

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