When Max uncovers a burglary at the beach, he must foil the thieves and their feathered fiend before his family are caught up in danger. But will Monty his dog help save the day or derail the mission entirely? Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Pages 54 and 55 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.