Tips & Tricks for Junior Detectives

By Thomas C. Brezina

How can junior detectives become master sleuths who behave just right at a crime scene; distract suspects, follow tracks, and decode secret messages? The Alligator Gang, a team of four kids--two boys and two girls--has the answers to these all-important questions...and once you open this wonderful "training manual" you will too! Create a multi-purpose pad to jot down observations, scribble a secret letter, and even take measurements. Set up all-natural alarm systems, make a great escape, and perfectly execute the "bandage trick." Don't go on a search without that "special suitcase" stuffed with such necessities as a measuring glass, flashlight, rubber gloves, and fingerprint powder.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806909870
• ISBN13: 9780806909875
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc.
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.5" x 5.3"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

This book inspired me to become a detective :0)

This review is from my ten year old son: Pros: This book contains many of the essential and basic elements a beginning detective would need to start. It told you exactly the things you would need to know. For example: how to make invisible ink or make a fingerprints. I would recommend this book for kids ages 7-12. Cons: Some areas were unclear as to why you would use certain things to be a good detective or why would one need certain tools as a detective. Overall the book was mostly clear and understandable. I would recommend this book to a friend or relative. It inspired me to become a detective.