A little competition. A lot of chaos. One missing medal.
Summer has finally arrived, and Melvin Thorpe has big plans: science experiments in the clubhouse, epic backyard games, and all the donuts he can eat. But when a missing medal turns a cheerful Fourth of July celebration into a mystery, Melvin and his friends must follow the clues, untangle mixed-up suspicions, and discover who took the prize before the final race begins.
Along the way, readers meet a dramatic new character, enjoy silly surprises, and watch rivals slowly become friends. With muddy footprints, backyard competition, and a neighborhood celebration full of laughter and tension, this kids’ chapter book delivers the kind of fun, engaging storytelling that makes independent reading feel exciting.
Melvin P. Thorpe: Olympic Medal Mayhem is a funny mystery chapter book for ages 6 to 8 that blends friendship, teamwork, imagination, and a fast-moving whodunit kids will love solving.
Set during a summer full of surprises in Maplewood, this early reader adventure gives young readers a playful mystery, memorable characters, and a story that keeps turning pages.
