The second book in the Masterpiece Adventures chapter book series, from bestselling author Elise Broach.
In this new Masterpiece Adventure, the second in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, Marvin the beetle is going collecting with his family to find discarded things that the beetles can put to use: a thumbtack, a used piece of gum, a shiny quarter. . . . All is well and good until Uncle Albert gets pricked by tiny cuticle scissors and is hurt. Marvin needs James's help to save Uncle Albert. It's a race against the clock—will James come to the rescue in time?

This young chapter book captures the miniature world of Marvin the beetle and his special friendship with James.