Maybe Fox Knows

By Robert Fry

A charming, rhyming mystery filled with farmyard friends and a delightful twist ending

Farmer is in a panic-his beloved hens have completely disappeared They aren't in the pen, the field, or the yard, and the sun is starting to set. Determined to find them, Farmer sets off into town to ask his animal neighbours for help.

From Mr. Mouse closing his curtains to Owl rushing off in his suit, every animal gives the same mysterious advice: "Maybe Fox knows." But everyone knows foxes and hens don't mix Will Farmer find his chickens before it's too late, or is Fox hiding a secret of his own?

Why parents and educators will love this book:

Catchy Repetitive Refrain: The rhythmic, repeating lines encourage early readers to chime in and read aloud.

Gentle Suspense: Keeps young readers turning the pages as they guess what Fox has done with the hens.

Heart-warming Themes: Celebrates community, friendship, and the joy of a good surprise.

Perfect for fans of classic farmyard tales and cosy mysteries, this beautifully rhythmic story is ideal for bedtime reading and classroom story hours alike.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 106697991X
• ISBN13: 9781066979912
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Gizmo Fifty-Seven Press
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1