The Detention Detectives: Talent for Trouble
#3 of 3 in The Detention Detectives Series
What’s inside...
'Top-grade misbehaviour' - The Guardian. CALLING ALL MURDER MYSTERY FANS! The Detention Detectives may have solved their last mystery, but when a local teen disappears they suddenly realize the cases are connected. The problem is Star Trek superfan DANIEL takes the lead, but his anger towards their main suspect might be getting in the way of their investigation. Music-lover JONNO is totally distracted by the school talent competition. And it may seem silly to the others, but Daniel’s got the people skills and Lydia’s got the brains - so do they even need him? School reporter LYDIA has a separate unsolved crime to deal with, and a newspaper to edit too! She really doesn’t have time for the boys’ dramas… Can Daniel bring the Detectives together to crack their BIGGEST case, before it’s too late?
Discussion points
What do you think made the characters in the story want to solve the mystery?
How do you think working together helped the characters in 'The Detention Detectives: Talent for Trouble'?
If you were a part of the Detention Detectives, what skills would you bring to the team?
How did the characters handle challenges or disagreements among themselves?
What did you learn about friendship from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in the characters’ shoes to enhance empathy and understanding. Ask them how they would react in similar situations. Highlight the importance of teamwork and diverse skills each character brings to the table, discussing how diversity in skills and thinking can help in problem-solving. Use examples from the book to talk about conflict resolution and the value of differing opinions. This can lead to deeper moral and ethical discussions, shaping a more considerate viewpoint in your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout 'The Detention Detectives: Talent for Trouble,' the characters must work together to solve the mystery, demonstrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning the importance of cooperating and valuing each other’s strengths.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The young detectives face various challenges and obstacles that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and creatively when faced with their own obstacles, whether in academic tasks or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters in the book take responsibility for their actions, which is a key theme as they deal with the unfolding events.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of owning up to their actions and the impact of their choices on others.
Example Lesson: Value of Honesty
Explanation: Throughout the investigation, honesty plays a vital role in solving the case and maintaining trust among the group.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of being truthful in their dealings with friends and authority figures, which fosters a trustworthy environment.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The Detention Detectives face setbacks during their investigation but remain persistent and resilient in their quest for truth.
Real-World Application: This instills the value of perseverance in children, teaching them to remain determined and resilient despite difficulties or failures.