Animal Snoop: A Detective Ellie Mystery

By Anita Smith

When the zoo animals suddenly disappear before a big storm, Detective Ellie knows something unusual is happening. With her camera around her neck and clues scattered all across town, Ellie begins following muddy tracks, and mysterious signs that lead her on an unforgettable adventure.

But what Ellie discovers is even more surprising than she ever imagined.

The missing animals are not causing trouble at all, they are helping. From flower farms and orchards to butter factories, lumber mills, vineyards, and vegetable gardens, the animals have secretly been working hard to help the town prepare before the storm arrives. A cheetah and a giant butter churn, flamingos and flower fields, hippos at the vineyard, and alligators at the lumber mill. Everywhere Ellie looks, another funny and unexpected surprise is waiting to be discovered.

As Ellie snaps photos along the way, she slowly pieces together the mystery while uncovering the kindness, teamwork, and hard work happening throughout the town.

Filled with colorful illustrations, playful animal characters, cozy farm settings, and laugh-out-loud moments, Animal Snoop, a Detective Ellie Mystery is a heartwarming picture book adventure perfect for children ages 3-8. Young readers will love following Ellie's clues, spotting the hardworking animals, and exploring the charming world hidden behind every page.

Part of The Detective Ellie Mysteries series, Animal Snoop continues Ellie's adventures after Alphabet Snoop with another fun-filled mystery designed to spark curiosity, imagination, observation, and storytelling fun for young readers and families alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1067562664
• ISBN13: 9781067562663
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Anita Smith
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3