When Clare and her family go on holiday, she is not allowed to take her pet spider Harry with her – so when he sneaks away with her Clare is told off. But when her mum’s suitcase goes missing, who can save the day?

• Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.
• Text type: A story with a familiar setting
• Posters on pages 22 and 23 advertise Harry's services for finding lost items and remind the readers of Harry's talents.
• Curriculum links: Citizenship: People who help us; Animals and us.
• This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.