Sink Detectives Series of Elementary Classroom Chapter Books

By Hendrik Maarten

Sink Detectives: Series of Elementary Classroom Chapter Books (Omnibus)

Three illustrated whodunits in one classroom-friendly volume. Twins Lizzie and Simon Sink use careful observation, simple logic and fair play to solve school and small-town mysteries. Short, pacey chapters and clue-rich illustrations make this omnibus ideal for emerging and reluctant readers.

What's inside:

Part One: Chalk - A classroom incident hurts a much-loved teacher and suspicion spreads. Dust, a scuffed toe and a stray footprint point close to home. The twins must clear their names and find the real culprit. Part Two: George Toomee - A long-running disappearance resurfaces. A tiny bird photograph, broken branches and a curious boat send the family beyond Peachborough in search of answers. Part Three: Monday - A missing bike and a string of mix-ups put the Sinks in the spotlight at the worst time. Careful thinking and kindness are needed to set things right.

Why readers love it: Short chapters; clear, readable prose; clue-based puzzles that reward close looking and inference; gentle humour, warm endings and fair play throughout.

Perfect for: Classroom read-aloud and small-group discussion; independent reading; fans of school stories, cosy mysteries and puzzle-solving adventures.

Themes and skills: friendship and teamwork; bullying awareness and resilience; noticing small details; asking good questions; making fair choices even when it is hard.

Audience and level: Ages 7-10; Years 3-5 (UK/AUS); Grades 2-5 (US). Suitable for reluctant readers and confident readers.

Format: Omnibus edition. Illustrated.

Setting and tone: a friendly, small-town school community with a lightly nostalgic feel. Character-led mysteries that begin with everyday problems and grow into bigger questions about fairness and responsibility.

Use in the classroom: great for prediction, inference and evidence-gathering activities. Encourages turn-and-talk, vocabulary building and short written responses. Each story invites readers to pause, share a theory and test it against the next clue.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1922508411
• ISBN13: 9781922508416
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Marchien Press
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7