The Orange Outlaw

Name: The Orange Outlaw
ISBN: 9780375802706

by Ron Roy

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are on a New York City vacation when a valuable painting is stolen from Dink's uncle. With only orange peels and a single orange hair as clues, these young detectives must wo

About This Book

In "The Orange Outlaw," the fifteenth book in the popular A to Z Mysteries series, young readers join Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose on an exciting trip to New York City. While visiting Dink's uncle, the trio finds themselves embroiled in a real-life art heist when a valuable painting vanishes from his apartment. The only clues left behind are a peculiar trail of orange peels and a single orange hair, leading the friends on a fast-paced investigation through the city. This chapter book is perfect for early elementary readers aged 6-9, offering a gentle introduction to mystery and detective work, emphasizing teamwork, observation, and critical thinking in a fun, engaging format.

While visiting Dink's uncle in New York City, Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose help uncover who is responsible for stealing a very valuable painting.

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Discussion Prompts

What clues did Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose find? How did each clue help them solve the mystery?

Why is it important for Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose to work together? How did each friend contribute to solving the case?

Have you ever tried to solve a small mystery, like who ate the last cookie? What steps did you take?

What do you think makes a good detective? What qualities do Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose have?

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