This post details another top kids detective game from Mysteries on the Net. The Curious Case of the Lost Elephant, a circus themed mystery game for a large group of tweens.
For 8 to 20 children to play – 8 suspect roles plus up to 20 can join in with the detective investigation. Designed for kids aged 9 to 12 years old. And available online as a downloadable pdf.
For more downloadable mystery games for children from Mysteries on the Net, see my posts listed below.
Downloadable Detective Game for Tweens
From: Mysteries on the Net | Number of Players: 8 to 20 | Age rating: 9-12 year olds | Format: Downloadable PDF | Setting: Circus themed.
The Curious Case of the Lost Elephant
Plot: The big day had finally arrived and the kids were all excited. Yesterday, The Thimble Brothers Circus had, at last, come to the town of Sassafras Corners. Last night, young and old alike gathered in the vacant lot next to the town park to see the big top go up and to watch the animals get bathed and fed. Finally, reluctantly, each boy and girl went home to bed to dream of the wonderful sights they would see when the ringmaster began his call, “Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls …” They couldn’t begin to guess that he would end this call with, “… unfortunately the circus cannot open today.” Overnight, the most dreadful thing had happened. Somehow, from her locked cage, open only to the sky above, Eloise the elephant had disappeared….
Game Details
- The plot includes eight suspects. They are the only ones with assigned roles. Everyone else becomes an investigator who figures out the details of the crime. Since the guilty party doesn’t know who did it, all of the kids can attempt to solve the case.
- You’ll get everything you need to conduct the investigation, including:
- Information for the suspects about their character role including who they are and why they might have committed the crime.
- Support material, such as a map and a timeline to help the kids investigate the incident.
- “The Solution” to be revealed at the end of the investigation, to tie the event together.
- Remember: The kids will have to ask a lot of questions to identify the guilty party.
* The Curious Case of the Lost Elephant is available from Mysteries on the Net.
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The Perplexing Case of The Pilfered Pooch (Age: 8 to 11).
The Shocking Case of Mystery Manor (Aged 10 to 13 years old).
Chocolate Themed Birthday Party Game (Age: 8-10).
4 Top Sherlock Holmes Escape Room Puzzle Books.
Pirates Escape Game – Activity Book for Kids (Age: 8-12).
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And More Detective Games for 10 to 16 year olds.
Check out my latest Detective Games for Kids & Teens including Free Printables.
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