This Case is Oozy: A mystery kids can solve! (4-8) (Did The Cats Do It?)

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 2 Read-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! Read more