Investigators: Take the Plunge

What do our readers think of Investigators: Take the Plunge ? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children generally find the book funny, fast-moving and full of exciting action, with many enjoying the silly jokes, colourful pictures and lovable detective duo. Children also seem keen to continue with the series, although the busy plot and toilet humour may not suit every child.

What does the Pageticker team say about Investigators: Take the Plunge ?

We think this second InvestiGators adventure is a gloriously silly romp through sewers, secret missions and suspiciously troublesome toilets. John Patrick Green packs the pages with bright comic-strip artwork, energetic wordplay and a mystery that keeps Mango and Brash bouncing from one disaster to the next. Best suited to children aged around 7–10, especially fans of graphic novels, goofy humour and stories that make reluctant readers dive in.

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What is Investigators: Take the Plunge about?

Secret agents Mango and Brash, the InvestiGators, face a new challenge when S.U.I.T. headquarters is attacked. Disguised as sewer workers, they dive into the city's underground to track down the villainous Crackerdile. However, their mission backfires, leading to blocked toilets and the duo being blamed for the mess. Can they clear their names and capture the real culprit before the city is overwhelmed?

About the author

John Patrick Green is a creative author and illustrator from America, best known for his funny and exciting graphic novels. His popular InvestiGators series follows two alligator detectives on wild adventures, solving mysteries and making children laugh. John loves drawing silly characters and hopes his stories inspire everyone to read, imagine, and have fun.

Discussion ideas around Investigators: Take the Plunge

Teamwork: Mango and Brash have different strengths and ways of handling trouble. How do they help one another, and what makes them work well as a team?

Being Blamed: How might it feel to be blamed for a huge mess you did not cause? What could Mango and Brash do to prove the truth?

Silly Humour: Which kinds of jokes, puns or funny situations make this adventure entertaining? Why do you think toilet humour often makes children laugh?

Solving Mysteries: What clues would you look for if you were investigating Crackerdile's latest scheme? Explain how a good detective decides which clues matter.

Taking Responsibility: When a plan goes wrong, should people focus first on fixing the problem or finding someone to blame? Discuss what Mango and Brash's situation suggests.