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Synopsis
Danny and his friend Joe Pearson discover the entrance to a cave in the woods near their home. Professor Bulfinch has just invented a portable x-ray machine, and he, along with his geologist friend Dr. Tresselt, see an opportunity to use the device in the cave. The two adults, plus Danny, Joe, and Irene, enter the cave on an expedition. What they find is astonishing...but will they be able to escape to reveal their discovery?
Is Danny Dunn and the Fossil Cave appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
A classic children's adventure featuring kids and adults exploring a cave with a new invention. Mild peril from cave exploration but entirely age-appropriate with educational science themes.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following Danny and his friends into a mysterious cave where they discover something amazing using Professor Bulfinch's cool x-ray machine.