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Welcome to Kids Investigate

Welcome to Kids Investigate, a detective mystery game for children 6 years and up, families and classrooms. Safe mystery files for kids with clues, suspects, and crime scenes. Easy printable format and no time wasted with shipping.

The culprits hide in plain sight in Whodunnit Woods. Use your detective skills and help Chief Wolflock solve the mysteries!

"I don't believe in magic, ghosts, and curses. Behind everything that happens, no matter how strange, there's always a very real person involved."

— Chief Wolflock

CAD$24.99 per Unit | CAD$59.99 Classroom License | Buy 2 Detective Files for CAD$40
The Missing Painting

The Missing Painting

Mrs. Turtlella's precious painting has vanished! She only stepped outside for a moment, and when she returned, the painting was gone. No one came through the front door, but someone must have slipped in through the back. Was it the reformed thief next door? Or someone closer than anyone suspects?

A Valuable Sketch

A Valuable Sketch

Mrs. Hornedeta discovers an ancient sketch in her attic and is swamped with offers. While some claim it is worthless, others whisper it's worth millions. Chief Wolflock suspects a clever trick is being played, but he needs a sharp-eyed detective to spot the slip-up.

An Original Van Dogh

An Original Van Dogh

The Canine Museum original mysteriously vanishes overnight from a locked, alarmed room. A director, a grumbling guard, a copyist, and a magician all insist they're innocent, but someone knows the truth. Spot the one clever trick that fooled everyone!

An Enchanted Window

An Enchanted Window

A string of pearls vanished leaving behind an open window and a confusing mystery. While the maid claims a thief leaped to freedom, a witness insists no one came out. Step into the crime scene and figure out how the thief escaped through an enchanted window.

The Painted Walls

The Painted Walls

Uncover the truth behind the messy situation in Whodunnit Woods. Identify the colorful culprit who decided to decorate the walls without permission. Identify clues and analyze the suspects statements!

The Cursed Amulet

The Cursed Amulet

A mysterious amulet arrives from Soak Island, and everyone who touches it disappears! Ms. Gulletna doesn't know what to do. Can your young detective uncover the truth before Ms. Gulletna vanishes too?

Sleeping at the Manor

Sleeping at The Manor

At a grand manor on Rodent Street, a dinner announcement takes a mysterious turn when Mr. Badgerald falls into a deep sleep and won't wake up. The cook collapsed as well, but she has since recovered. If you are wondering, no, it was not the butler! Can your young detective uncover who wanted Mr. Badgerald out of the picture before it's too late?

Prima Ballerina Broke a Leg

Prima Ballerina Broke a Leg

At Flamingo Ballet, a performance turns into panic when the Prima Ballerina's pirouette ends in disaster. The stage is spotless, but a tiny detail in the evidence suggests someone planned this. Uncover what happened before the curtain rose!

Letters from a Ghost

Letters From a Ghost

Mrs. Goosetta is receiving letters from a sister who has been gone for ten years. Chief Wolflock suspects a much more earthly trick is at play. Solve the mystery and uncover the living truth!

Orange Stone

Orange Stone

Beloved teacher Miss Amber fails to show up for class. She was last seen driving late at night, but she never made it home. Piece together the clues, see through the alibis, and bring Miss Amber back to her students. (We recommend this case to ages 8 and up.)

🎨 One Last Mission!

After the child finishes the investigation, submit the colored crime scene to our Youth Detective Gallery by emailing it to contact@kidsinvestigate.com. Remember to include the child's first name and age on the page!

By sending this page, you grant Kids Investigate permission to share your child's masterpiece on our public platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

a) For what ages are the files in Whodunnit Woods (Kids Investigate) designed? Kids Investigate files are designed for ages as young as 6.
b) Are the Kids Investigate files safe for young ages? We designed the detective cases with the children's emotional safety in mind. We avoid subjects or circumstances that might be disturbing for young ages.
c) How long does it take for a child to solve an investigation file? The time required to complete an investigation file may range from minutes to days, depending on the child.
d) Can children play the game on their own? Children could solve a file on their own. However, we suggest parents follow up with questions and directions to help build critical thinking skills.
e) What are the benefits of the game? Children build critical thinking and analytical skills, develop creativity and attention to detail.

What Our Detectives Say

"My boys were so engaged in conversation, testing theories and justifying them. I liked all the hidden clues, not too easy." (Ages 6 & 7)
"The game kept my child involved from start to finish. Prima Ballerina broke a Leg was my son's favorite. This one was perfect!"
"The game was challenging enough to be fun but not too difficult to frustrate the kids. My 9 year old was jumping from character to character."