About This Book
"Spiderweb for Two" is the final book in Elizabeth Enright's beloved Melendy family series, focusing on the two youngest siblings, Randy and Oliver. After their older brother and sister leave for school and New York, Randy and Oliver face a lonely winter in their country home. Their boredom is shattered by a mysterious letter, initiating a captivating, clue-based treasure hunt that spans the entire season. This gentle mystery explores themes of loneliness, resilience, and the enduring bonds of family, all set against a charming 1940s backdrop. It's perfect for children aged 4-11, offering both a delightful puzzle and a comforting narrative about finding joy and connection.
Left alone when Rush, Mark, and Mona go away to school, Randy and Oliver are lonely and bored until a mysterious letter brings the first of many clues to a mystery that takes all winter to solve.
Discussion Prompts
1
How did Randy and Oliver feel when their older siblings left? Have you ever felt lonely or missed someone important?
2
What was your favorite clue or discovery Randy and Oliver made?
3
How did Randy change her feelings about winter and being alone by the end of the book?
4
What kind of "rare reward" do you think is the best kind of treasure?
5
If you could create a mystery game for your family, what kind of clues would you hide?
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