Description
This entry in the Chahal Pahal detective series introduces an elementary school mystery with heart and cleverness. When a beloved teacher goes missing just before an important school function, a pair of bright, inquisitive children — Chahal and Pahal — set out to solve the puzzle. The narrative is fastpaced and plotted with red herrings, secret codes, and small reveals that reward readers who pay attention to detail. The authors blend schoolyard humor with procedural sleuthing: interrogating classmates, tracking down clues in the library, and decoding a trail of forgotten notes. Themes include friendship, the ethics of investigation (privacy vs truth), and community solidarity; the resolution privileges empathy and restorative solutions over punishment. The tone is light but suspenseful, suitable for middlegrade readers aged 8–12. Illustrations pepper the text for visual engagement and to scaffold readers new to chapter books. Teachers will appreciate the book’s potential as a crosscurricular tool for lessons on logic, inference and creative writing. Overall, it’s a charming, accessible detective adventure that encourages curiosity and kindness.
Age Guidance : 8+ Years
Language : English
Pages : 64
Product Dimensions : 7*10 Inches