The Master Detective Handbook

By Kilby, Janice Eaton & Chin, Jason

Publishers Summary:
What does it take to solve a crime? Inquiring kids want to know, so the kid super-sleuths at the Pinkerton Detective Agency have invited detectives-in-training to join them in unraveling a mystery. Along with the great story comes plenty of interesting projects, activities, and tasks. Imaginative watercolor illustrations feature visual clues just waiting to be found. Coded messages require deciphering. And to do their part, readers have to start a case file, complete with paperwork, photos, a crime scene sketch, and other pertinent details.

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ISBN
978-1-57990-849-2
Publisher
Lark Books


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on April 1, 2007

Gr 5-7 This fictional narrative is filled with projects, activities, and tasks intended to hone one's sleuthing skills. Ellen "Pink" Pinkerton and her friends Sherman Homes and Mike Hu are middle school detectives who, along with her dog, Sam Spayed, are quick to take on the mystery of a missing high school student. Each character, in turn, speaks directly to the audience. As they attempt to solve the case, readers ar...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2007

Three young detectives solve the mystery of who hacked into the school computer and erased all the grades. Throughout, readers can pract...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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