Cam Jansen and the Ghostly Mystery (Cam Jansen Mysteries, 16)
#16 of 34 in Cam Jansen Series
What’s inside...
Cam uses her photographic memory to catch a thief disguised as a ghost.
Character compass
Cam Jansen
Eric Shelton
Discussion points
What do you think makes Cam Jansen a good detective?
How do you feel about the way Cam solves the mystery of the ghost?
What would you have done differently if you were in Cam's place?
How do the other characters in the story contribute to solving the mystery?
What did you learn about teamwork and problem-solving from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Highlight Cam's observation skills and ask your child to point out details in the illustrations or text that helped solve the mystery.
Discuss the importance of asking questions and thinking critically, just like Cam does, to understand and solve problems.
Encourage your child to predict future events in the story or how they would resolve the mystery using clues provided before the resolution is revealed.
Share your own thoughts about the mystery and its resolution to model thoughtful reflection and to show that all interpretations are valuable.
Reinforce the theme of perseverance by discussing how Cam doesn't give up, even when the mystery gets challenging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Cam uses her photographic memory to gather clues and solve the mystery of the haunted house.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of paying attention to details and using logical thinking to solve problems they encounter in daily life.
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Despite being scared, Cam and her friend Eric continue to investigate the mysterious occurrences, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears and shows them that being brave can help to uncover the truth and resolve frightening situations.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Cam and Eric work together throughout the investigation, pooling their resources and ideas to solve the mystery.
Real-World Application: Children understand the value of cooperating with others to achieve common goals, applicable in school projects and team sports.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking
Explanation: Cam assesses all the clues she encounters, differentiating between what is relevant and what might be a diversion.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to analyze situations and make informed decisions, a skill important in academic settings and personal life.