The Big Nap From the Tattered Casebook of Chet Gecko, Private Eye

"The Big Nap" introduces readers to Chet Gecko, a fourth-grade private eye with a knack for solving mysteries. When students at Emerson Hickey Elementary start mysteriously turning into zombies, Chet must put his detective skills to the test to find out who's behind the strange phenomenon. This chapter book is packed with humor, wordplay, and a fast-paced plot, making it an engaging read for children aged 7-10, though younger listeners (4+) will enjoy it as a read-aloud. It's a great choice for kids who love funny animal stories and lighthearted mysteries, offering a gentle introduction to the detective genre without being too scary.