"The Crook that Made Kids Cry" by Marcos Calo tells the story of a clever yet misguided thief who preys on children’s fantasies and innocence. Set in a whimsical town, the crook initially seeks to exploit the kids' dreams for personal gain, but as the tale unfolds, he discovers the impact of his actions on their lives. Through encounters filled with laughter and tears, the thief's heart begins to change, prompting him to confront his own past and the values he abandoned. Ultimately, this poignant narrative explores themes of redemption, empathy, and the magic of childhood. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Field Trip Mysteries .

There are 88 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Capstone Press .

Other contributing authors include Neal and Brendan Shusterman, Beth Revis, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Courtney Summers, Kendare Blake, Delilah S. Dawson, Steve Brezenoff, Tom Leveen, Hannah Moskowitz, Blythe Woolston, Trish Doller, Mindi Scott, Margie Gelbwasser, Christine Johnson, E. M. Kokie, and Elisa Nader. Marcos Calo has worked as a professional artist for more than fourteen years. He has worked in different fields including illustration, animation, and comic books. He lives with his wife and daughter in A Coruna, a small Spanish town by the seaside.