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The DATA Set #5
A Case of the Clones
Dr. Bunsen causes some serious double trouble when he creates clones of the DATA Set in this fifth DATA Set adventure.Dr. Bunsen is just trying to help. Really, he is. This time, when Dr. Bunsen overhears the kids complaining about all their chores, he lends an extra hand…by creating clones out of Gabe, Laura, and Cesar! But when the clones start acting out and Bunsen’s solution goes haywire, can the kids undouble the DATA Set trouble?With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The DATA Set chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
128 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 13, 2016
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Ada Hopper
14 books12 followersPen name for Meredith Rusu.
Meredith Rusu is a children’s book author and editor specializing in titles based on television and movies. She has written more than one hundred books from preschool to young adult for licenses such as The LEGO Movie, LEGO Ninjago, Peppa Pig, Disney Princess, American Girl, and Star Wars. She is also the author of The DATA Set chapter book series under the pen name Ada Hopper. Meredith lives in New Jersey with her husband and two young sons who provide much of the inspiration for her writing. When she isn’t working, Meredith enjoys karaoke, spending time with family, and going on the occasional adventure or two.
Meredith Rusu is a children’s book author and editor specializing in titles based on television and movies. She has written more than one hundred books from preschool to young adult for licenses such as The LEGO Movie, LEGO Ninjago, Peppa Pig, Disney Princess, American Girl, and Star Wars. She is also the author of The DATA Set chapter book series under the pen name Ada Hopper. Meredith lives in New Jersey with her husband and two young sons who provide much of the inspiration for her writing. When she isn’t working, Meredith enjoys karaoke, spending time with family, and going on the occasional adventure or two.
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April 16, 2025
I think that it was fun to read the case of the clones it was interesting and I enjoyed reading it
June 6, 2024
I’ve read this out loud twice. Once to my 8 year old and once to my 5 year old. They both would request it as a nightly read. I liked the scientific elements and the friendship elements. I think this is a great book for a Kindergarten-3rd grader to read. It came from New Worlds reading which is a program in Florida that sends books to students. Excellent selection. I’ll be shopping for other Data Set books.
August 18, 2022
I thought of this book as teamwork and actually dr Bunsen did the clones that is the biggest plot twist but he did on accident so he was a good guy just a mistake olive kinda took it over as doing the last shot and I loved this book for what it was and I think all of you should read it
May 17, 2017
I liked this book because I like sci fi books. I also liked this book because I like clones.
April 28, 2018
I really liked this one! I thought it could have had a little more added to the plot but for a kids book it was great!
April 5, 2019
A good, quick, interesting read. Definitely inventive and fun. Good illustrations, interesting characters, a quick story that packs a punch. Great for anytime and anyone. Enjoy!
May 28, 2019
Picked these up for my nephew for his birthday and decided to read them so I could enjoy them along with him. Just a great mix of science, friendship and adventure. Loving it.
June 24, 2019
Book #5 in the series
Dr. Bunsen clones three of them as he thinks he's helping. It backfires.
Excellent to talk about thinking through consequences of actions.
Dr. Bunsen clones three of them as he thinks he's helping. It backfires.
Excellent to talk about thinking through consequences of actions.
February 23, 2021
The DATA Set is a cute series and is always unpredictable. These are perfect for early readers wanting to jump into chapter books.
January 20, 2023
Dr Bunsen clones the DATA Set to help them complete chores. Chaos ensues.
Eliana’s review: “I liked when the clones were running around all crazy.”
Eliana’s review: “I liked when the clones were running around all crazy.”
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December 28, 2016A.R. Level: N/A
Lexile: 520
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Lexile: 520
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April 3, 2017
It was kind of funny when Olive turned all of the clones into squirrels and the squirrels all scurried up the tree.
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April 10, 2017
A Case of Clones is the fifth book in The Data Set series. When Dr. Bunsen hears the Data Set team complaining about chores he says “I have one more invention to show you” but Ceaser, Laura, and Gabe are already out the door. Perhaps they should have stayed and listened because the next day their friend Olive starts seeing double.
The chapter book was an easy read with fun black and white images on each page. There are four main reasons I enjoyed this book. First, it contained some fun facts that young readers may find interesting like how chickens and dinosaurs are related. Secondly, the characters come from diverse backgrounds, for example, Gabe’s mother is seen making comments in Spanish. I also like that they did a bit of a twist near the end to make it more difficult for the kids to stop their clones. I think without this small twist the book would have been a little too cliché. The fourth and final reason is because it shows kids that things like science and getting good grades are cool. I suggest giving this book to your child if they are interested in the subject of science. I'm giving the book four stars because although it was entertaining, the story wasn't too groundbreaking, stories about clones have been done a million times before and this one hardly stands out. I also would have liked it if the images were in color.
The chapter book was an easy read with fun black and white images on each page. There are four main reasons I enjoyed this book. First, it contained some fun facts that young readers may find interesting like how chickens and dinosaurs are related. Secondly, the characters come from diverse backgrounds, for example, Gabe’s mother is seen making comments in Spanish. I also like that they did a bit of a twist near the end to make it more difficult for the kids to stop their clones. I think without this small twist the book would have been a little too cliché. The fourth and final reason is because it shows kids that things like science and getting good grades are cool. I suggest giving this book to your child if they are interested in the subject of science. I'm giving the book four stars because although it was entertaining, the story wasn't too groundbreaking, stories about clones have been done a million times before and this one hardly stands out. I also would have liked it if the images were in color.
April 21, 2017
Fun transitional series with some sci-fi elements and comic situations.
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