After a rainy night, backwards muddy footprints appear along Clover Lane. Cousins Ruby and Jay investigate. They find three clues: the prints start at the bus stop, a silver whistle, and a dance-class flyer Biscuit digs up. A postman’s big boots are a false lead. The prints belong to neighbor Lena, who practiced a moonwalk before school. She performs for everyone, and the cousins close the case
This is a Level 9 book on Canyon Island: 16-page stories with the regular past simple. It is a book to read together; audio narration is not included at the moment. In the app your child can read it, record their own voice and take a short quiz — earning up to three stars for their crow.
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Quiz
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Questions about The Backwards Footprints
Is "The Backwards Footprints" free to read?
"The Backwards Footprints" is part of Class Readers Premium, which unlocks every book on all 12 levels. Selected books are free to try.
What reading level is "The Backwards Footprints"?
It is a Level 9 book on Canyon Island in the Class Readers Reading Sky: 16-page stories with the regular past simple.
Does "The Backwards Footprints" include narration?
This book does not include audio narration at the moment. Read it together in the app, record your own reading and try the quiz.
What age is "The Backwards Footprints" for?
Level 9 books suit children who are reading longer stories, usually around ages 7–10, including children learning English as a second language. Choose by reading ability rather than age.
