This Case is Oozy: A mystery kids can solve! (4-8)

By Janice Garden Macdonald

Can you solve the mystery before the final page? Find the clues, follow Casey's progress, Guess who did it

In This Case Is Oozy , a young detective is on the case to solve a slippery, sticky, super-oozy mystery in the house His mischievous cats, Toots and Sweet are on the case too, but somehow look suspicious.

Using the 5 W's-WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, and WHY-kids learn how to think like a detective while having fun along the way.

Designed specifically for reluctant readers, with age-appropriate "ew " moments woven into the clues and reasoning process (not just for laughs ). Short sentences, a clear structure, and engaging illustrations support early literacy while encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking.

Features uncluttered pages, plenty of white space, and easy-to-read fonts-perfect for younger eyes.

Written by award-winning author Janice Garden Macdonald, creator of beloved children's books including The Red Sweater, this story is perfect for young readers who enjoy humor, mystery, and figuring things out for themselves.

Perfect for:

Kindergarten to Grade 2Read-aloud (younger children)Early independent readers (ages 6-8)Free downloadable Activity Kits

A funny, fast-paced mystery that's messy, memorable-and fun to solve again and again

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GWJ4F7CV
• ISBN13: 9798255390533
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"