The Mystery of the Dead Mans Riddle
#22 in Alfred Hitchcock And The Three Investigators Series
on Goodreads (1,763)
What’s inside...
The story follows three investigators who stumble upon a riddle wrapped up in an enigma—a dead man’s riddle. Their journey leads them to an old, deserted house in Hollywood where an eerie ghost is alleged to wander. Three young detectives go on a high-stakes treasure hunt in order to restore a fortune to the rightful heirs.
Character compass
Jupiter Jones
Bob Andrews
Pete Crenshaw
Peter Crenshaw
Discussion points
What do you think motivated the characters to solve the riddle?
How did the characters work together to find clues and solve the mystery?
What would you have done differently if you were in the characters' shoes?
How did the setting influence the story's mystery?
What did you learn about handling challenges from the characters' experiences?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically about the plot by asking them how they would solve the mystery before finishing the book.
Discuss the teamwork aspect of the story, highlighting how the characters collaborated and what your child can learn from that.
Connect the story to your child's experiences by asking if they have ever faced a mystery or a challenging problem and how they dealt with it.
After reading the book, encourage your child to create their own riddle or mystery, boosting creativity and comprehension skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The characters in 'The Mystery of the Dead Man’s Riddle' often face complex puzzles and mysteries that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving techniques learned from the story to academic challenges or interpersonal conflicts, enhancing their analytical thinking and decision-making skills.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters must collaborate and leverage each other's strengths to uncover clues and solve the mystery.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the importance of working together with others to achieve common goals, a crucial skill in group projects and team sports.
Example Lesson: Importance of perseverance
Explanation: The protagonists face numerous setbacks as they try to solve the riddle, yet they persist until they succeed.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of not giving up in the face of difficulties, whether they're dealing with a tough homework assignment or learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking
Explanation: The story challenges the characters to critically evaluate the information and misleading clues they encounter.
Real-World Application: Children learn to assess situations and information critically in their own lives, helping them make informed decisions and avoid being easily misled.