Welcome to Detective Junior HQ!
Ready to put on your detective hat and solve some thrilling mysteries?
Each week, we post a new case. Read the story, find the clues, and tell us whodunit!
How to Play:
- Read "This Week's Mystery" carefully.
- Look for clues hidden in the story.
- Decide who you think the culprit is.
- Go to "Submit Answer" and tell us your guess and why.
- Earn points, climb the ranks, and win badges!
This Week's Mystery
The Case of the Missing Chocolates
It was a sunny afternoon at Detective Junior HQ, but a dark cloud hung over young Timmy. His special box of birthday chocolates, a gift from his Grandma, had vanished! The box, wrapped in shiny blue paper with a silver ribbon, was last seen on the kitchen counter an hour ago.
There were three suspects in the house:
- Lily, Timmy's older sister, was in her room supposedly "studying for a big test." She said she hadn't left her room all afternoon but was humming a suspiciously cheerful tune. A faint smudge of what looked like chocolate was on her chin, which she claimed was "just a freckle."
- Max the Dog, a known food enthusiast, was found sleeping peacefully in his bed. However, a small piece of shiny blue paper was peeking out from under his paw. Max doesn't usually like sweets, but these chocolates were extra special.
- Mr. Grumbles, the grumpy next-door neighbor, had been seen near the kitchen window earlier, complaining about Timmy's noisy toys. He denied seeing any chocolates but was seen quickly wiping his mouth with a handkerchief.
Timmy found a tiny crumb of chocolate near Max's bed, but also a faint, sweet smell near the open kitchen window leading to Mr. Grumbles' yard. Lily's room had a history textbook open on her desk, but it was upside down!
Who took Timmy's chocolates? And what clues helped you decide?
Submission Deadline: This Saturday, 6 PM!
Submit Your Detective Work!
🏆 Hall of Fame 🏆
Meet our brightest sparks - this week's Top Detectives!
Detective Alex
Age: 10
150 Points
Sleuth Sarah
Age: 8
130 Points
Investigator Izzy
Age: 11
120 Points
New detectives are featured every Monday! Keep solving to see your name here!
Past Mysteries Archive
Missed a case? Or want to see how one was solved? Dive into our archives!
The Case of the Broken Vase
Published: Last Week
Who knocked over Grandma's favorite vase? Was it the cat, the wind, or a clumsy visitor?
Read Story & See Solution →The Haunted Classroom Mystery
Published: Two Weeks Ago
Spooky sounds were heard in the classroom after dark. Ghosts, or something else?
Read Story & See Solution →The Mystery of the Missing Mascot
Published: Three Weeks Ago
The school's beloved mascot costume vanished right before the big game!
Read Story & See Solution →🏅 Badges & Rewards 🏅
Solving mysteries is its own reward, but we also have cool badges and points!
Point System:
- Correct Culprit: +50 points
- Good Reasoning (logical deduction): +30 points
- Creative Theory (imaginative, even if wrong): +20 points
- Monthly Sleuth Bonus (solve all 4 in a month): +100 points!
Digital Badges:
Earn these awesome digital badges to show off your detective skills! They're downloadable so you can print them.
Rookie Detective
Awarded for your first solved case!
Clue Master
Awarded for excellent reasoning.
Top Sleuth of the Week
Awarded for being a top detective!
More badges to come as you solve more mysteries!
About Detective Junior
Welcome to Detective Junior, the place where curiosity meets fun! Our mission is to spark a love for reading and critical thinking in young minds through engaging mystery stories.
We believe that every child has an inner detective waiting to be unleashed. By presenting age-appropriate puzzles and clues, we hope to:
- Improve reading comprehension and attention to detail.
- Develop logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Foster creativity and imagination.
- Make learning an exciting adventure!
This website is created by enthusiasts who love mysteries and believe in the power of storytelling. We publish a new mystery every week, so there's always a new case to crack!
Contact Us:
Have questions, suggestions, or a mystery idea? We'd love to hear from you (parents, please help with this part!). Email us at: contact@detectivejunior.example.com (This is a placeholder email).
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [Date of Last Update]
Welcome to Detective Junior! We are committed to protecting the privacy of our young users and their families. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information.
Information We Collect:
- For Submissions: We collect a first name/nickname, age, suspect guessed, reasoning, and optionally, a parent's email address. The parent's email is only used for prize notifications if applicable and with consent.
- Usage Data: We may collect anonymous data about how users interact with our website (e.g., pages visited) to help us improve the site. This data is not personally identifiable.
How We Use Information:
- To review mystery submissions and award points.
- To display first names/nicknames and ages of "Top Detectives" on our Hall of Fame (only with consent for featuring).
- To contact parents for prize distribution (if an email is provided and a prize is won).
- To improve our website and content.
Sharing of Information:
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may share aggregated, anonymous data for analytical purposes.
Parental Rights (COPPA & GDPR):
We strive to comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Parents have the right to:
- Review the information we have collected from their child.
- Request deletion of their child's information.
- Refuse further collection or use of their child's information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Placeholder Email for Privacy: privacy@detectivejunior.example.com].
Data Security:
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.
Changes to This Policy:
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page.
This is a sample privacy policy. You should consult with a legal professional to ensure it meets all legal requirements for your specific situation and target audience.