Books like How to Be a Detective (Damian Drooth Supersleuth) by Barbara Mitchelhill
When Damian Drooth, the town’s beloved Supersleuth, takes a group of aspiring young detectives on a field trip to the annual dog show, the outing quickly becomes more than a simple tour. Damian’s keen instincts and improvised investigative techniques help the children uncover a plot of cheating and navigate the social pitfalls that include subtle bullying. Together they learn the importance of teamwork, honesty and creative problem‑solving while enjoying the spectacle of dogs in their own backyard.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Barbara Mitchelhill
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