You're Invited to a Mystery Party!

When Lady Plumel's pearl necklace goes missing at her dinner party, everyone is a suspect. Luckily, Inspector Squawk is on the case!

A classic who-done-it with the fun of Clue, old-time charm of Agatha Christie novels, and zany and lovable characters, this cozy mystery will keep young readers guessing until the mystery is solved.

• Written by a certified literacy specialist and classroom teacher. Builds vocabulary through enriching and challenging words (Tier 2 words)
• Beautiful high-quality, full-color illustrations
• Smart and humorous tone make it the perfect introduction to the mystery genre
• Online author read-aloud available to listen and read along
• Literacy specialist-written Reading Guide and Teacher-written Lesson Plans included
• Ages 5-9, Grades 1-4

Perfect for:

• Readers transitioning from simple picture books to more complex plots and characters
• Young readers discovering the mystery genre
• Fans of mystery series
• Independent reading, storytime, and classroom read alouds
• Parents and educators looking for high-quality, age-appropriate reading material

Themes:

• Reasoning and Logic
• Truth and Deception
• Justice
• The Power of Observation
• Courage and Determination