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Cave Kids#5
Cover: Harvey Eisenberg & Larry Mayer

Cave Kids #5

Jun 1964 · Western · 0.12 USD
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In "All for Fame and Fame for All," the Cave Kids set out to help the zoo by capturing a Spotted-Spotted Plumpasaurus—only to uncover a surprising twist involving a man painting acorns yellow. When their good deed leads to a cave trap, they’re rescued by the mysterious Rocky Ranger, who helps expose a scam involving a fake lemon orchard. Written and illustrated by Harvey Eisenberg, with cover art by Eisenberg and Larry Mayer, this 1964 Western Comics gem blends whimsy and clever mischief in a story where fame, honesty, and a new water fountain for the zoo take center stage.

Contains 7 stories
Untitled Humor story
1 pp · Humor, Children
Small Stuff
All for Fame and Fame for All
8 pp · Humor, Children
Cave KidsMr. KeeperRocky Ranger

In "All for Fame and Fame for All," the Cave Kids set out to help the zoo by capturing a Spotted-Spotted Plumpasaurus—only to uncover a prank involving painted acorns and a shady real estate scheme. When the acorn painter traps them in a cave, they’re rescued by the mysterious Rocky Ranger, leading to a surprising twist about the so-called "lemon orchard." With the truth revealed, the kids use their reward to give back, turning their adventure into a moment of generosity.

The Midnight Menace
6 pp · Humor, Children
Cave Kids

When the Cave Kids get a watchdog to keep the snack rat at bay, things go hilariously wrong—especially when the dog’s first attempt to catch the thief sends their food supply tumbling. Now they’ve got a new problem: the watchdog’s not just guarding the snacks, he’s helping himself.

The Royal Runaround
4 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals
Wally GatorAli GatorRoyal Wrecker
All-Balled-Up
6 pp · Humor, Children
Cave KidsGypsy CrystalWizard of Oog

In "All-Balled-Up," Gypsy Crystal’s crystal ball seems broken—until she discovers it’s not malfunctioning, but forecasting a storm. After the Wizard of Oog dismisses it as useless, she retrieves the ball just in time to guide the Cave Kids to safety from a flooded river. With a flash of light, she brings sunshine back to the cave, proving her crystal’s true magic.

The Heel-Type Hero
7 pp · Humor, Children
Suzy QuartzSally QuartzRocky Ranger

In "The Heel-Type Hero," Suzy and Sally Quartz jump to conclusions when they see Rocky Ranger locking up his flapposaurus, convinced he’s gone rogue—until they learn he’s actually saving hats on a windy day, with the flapposaurus secured so he won’t get blown away. The story unfolds with playful misunderstandings and a heartwarming resolution as the kids help Rocky tidy up his cave, learning that heroes aren’t always what they seem.

Club Gets Caught
1 pp · Humor, Children
Small Stuff

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (VG) $4
CGC 9.4 · 2 in census $98*
CGC 9.2 none in existence
CGC 9.0 none in existence
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $30*
CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $30*
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Full credits

artist, inker Harvey Eisenberg
cover pencils Harvey Eisenberg
cover inks Larry Mayer

Reprints

Reprinted in Familien Flint #12/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #15/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #16/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #5/1966 (1966), Familien Flint #12/1967 (1967), Familie Feuerstein #38

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