🌟 The Insect Detective Agency 🌟 A rhyming mystery of crumbs, clues, and courage - perfect for curious little readers!
At the edge of a sunny country house, beneath the porch where flowers bloom, lives a secret agency like no other. Miss Elise, the elegant spider with ruby-red eyes, and Detective Leach, the clever cockroach in his blue coat, solve mysteries big and small for every creature who knocks at their tiny door.
One day, a trembling ant arrives with terrible news: "My food is gone! Winter is near! What shall I do?"
With a trail of crumbs, a broken twig, and tiny footprints to follow, the detectives set off on a daring case - through fields, hedges, and burrows - until the truth is revealed in the most unexpected way. Along the journey, readers will discover the power of kindness, forgiveness, and friendship.
✨ Written in playful rhyme, with warm illustrations and a dash of adventure, The Insect Detective Agency is:
- Ideal for ages 4-7 as a read-aloud bedtime story
- A gentle first mystery for early readers ages 6-9
- Filled with lessons about teamwork, empathy, and problem-solving
- Perfect for families who love The Gruffalo or Ladybird Detective adventures
Every great mystery ends with tea, cake, and laughter - and a new detective joining the team!
📖 Whether for bedtime, classroom storytime, or a gift to spark a love of reading, this tale of bugs, clues, and friendship will become a family favourite.
Autorentext
Dr. Marc Emile Oosthuizen is a storyteller who believes every mystery deserves to be solved and every small voice deserves to be heard. When he isn't writing about magical detectives and adventures in the meadow, Marc teaches and researches big ideas about how countries work together and how stories shape the world.
From a young age, he was fascinated by tales of courage, friendship, and discovery. Today, he brings that same wonder into his books for children, blending imagination with heart. His stories invite young readers to see that even the smallest creatures can be brave, clever, and kind.