Stories to Solve

Fourteen mind-bending mysteries from the world of folklore—solving them will require smart and savvy readers! A great choice for emerging readers who are ready for chapter books and like puzzles, brain-twisters, and more.  How can a thirsty crow drink from an almost-empty pitcher? How does arresting a stone help a judge find a boy’s stolen money? This artfully illustrated book presents fourteen intriguing mysteries from world folklore. Each brain-teasing tale is followed by a simple explanation of the solution, while notes at the back of the book describe the origins of these classic mysteries.