The Truth about the Tooth Fairy (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #1) - by Leah Cypess

About the Book

Miriam, a young Orthodox Jew, uses her detective skills to investigate and debunk the Tooth Fairy's existence, but her investigation takes an unexpected turn that leads her to question whether the Tooth Fairy might be real after all.

Book Synopsis

A charming new chapter book series about a young Orthodox Jewish girl out to discover the truth about all the magical mysteries in her world, perfect for fans of Marya Khan and Zoey and Sassafras

A Junior Library Guild Selection

A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year

***STARRED REVIEW***
"Miriam's bouncy energy and hilarious commentary make this a laugh-out-loud page-turner that young readers will adore...This book has everything: diverse characters, a funny and entertaining plot, and a stand-out, memorable main character. An essential purchase for all."―School Library Journal

Miriam is the youngest in her family, and she is tired of being treated like the baby. So, using her superior detective skills, she sets out to debunk the fantastical things that people tell gullible kids, starting with the Tooth Fairy.

When her first tooth comes loose, Miriam is determined to prove to her friends and family that the tooth fairy isn't real. She's going to lay the perfect trap . . . just as soon as her tooth actually comes out.

But despite all her scheming, her investigation doesn't go to plan. Maybe, just maybe, the tooth fairy is real after all?

Miriam's Magical Creature Files:

• The Truth about the Tooth Fairy (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #1)
• The Discovery of Dragons (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #2)
• The Mystery of the Mermaid (Miriam's Magical Creature Files #3)

Review Quotes

***STARRED REVIEW***
"Miriam's bouncy energy and hilarious commentary make this a laugh-out-loud page-turner that young readers will adore...This book has everything: diverse characters, a funny and entertaining plot, and a stand-out, memorable main character. An essential purchase for all."--School Library Journal

About the Author

Leah Cypess wrote her first story when she was in the first grade and has been writing ever since. She's the author of the Sister Ever After series along with several books for young adults. She lives in Silver Spring, MD. Sarah Lynne Reul is the author-illustrator of many books for children including Bubbie & Rivka's Best-Ever Challah (So Far!), The Breaking News, and Allie All Along. She grew up in Brooklyn, and now lives just outside of Boston with her family.