Winston Breen is invited by his principal to represent his school in a puzzle contest sponsored by Simon Potato Chips. He chooses his 2 friends, Mal and Jake, to be on his team. Mr. Garvey is the school team sponsor and wants 2 mathletes on the team. Winston threatens to quit if he can't keep Mal and Jake. Mr. Garvey is determined to win and won't let the boys stop for lunch or help other teams. A cheater gives flat tires, stops the ferris wheel, changes signs and beats on Jake. The sponsor of another team, Carl Lester - principal, is behind the cheater. He wants to pay old gambling debts. This book contains many puzzles and their solutions which should intrigue many young people.
Mark Twain Award Nominee 2011-12
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