Farm Crimes: Cracking the Case of the Missing Egg - Paperback

Hilarious Barnyard Mystery Graphic Novel for Young Readers

Farm Crimes: Cracking the Case of the Missing Egg introduces Billiam Van Hoof, a self-proclaimed world's number one goat detective, in this laugh-out-loud barnyard mystery. When Hen discovers her precious egg has vanished, only the bumbling Van Hoof can solve the crime—or at least try to.

A Mystery Kids Will Solve Before the Detective

This graphic novel engages young readers by letting them piece together the clues alongside the hapless inspector. As Van Hoof questions the farm animals and collects evidence—a piece of eggshell, a yellow feather, and tiny footprints—the mystery becomes obvious to everyone except the goat detective himself. Kids will delight in being one step ahead, laughing at Van Hoof's ridiculous conclusions while they crack the case first.

Bright Comic Illustrations Packed with Visual Jokes

The graphic novel format features bright, comic-style illustrations filled with visual jokes and quirky details. Young readers will enjoy discovering hidden gags and funny background elements throughout the story. The visual storytelling makes this book an excellent introduction to graphic novels for children transitioning from picture books to longer formats.

Perfect for Ages 9-12 and Middle Grade Readers

Farm Crimes appeals to middle grade readers who enjoy funny mysteries and detective stories. The combination of humor, mystery-solving, and lovable barnyard characters creates an engaging reading experience that keeps kids turning pages. The paperback format makes it portable for reading anywhere—perfect for summer reading, road trips, or quiet afternoons.

First Book in the Farm Crimes Series

This is the first installment in the Farm Crimes series, introducing readers to a cast of memorable characters they'll want to follow through future adventures. Billiam Van Hoof's bumbling detective work and the quirky farm animals create a world kids will want to revisit again and again.

A hilarious barnyard mystery featuring a bumbling goat detective

A peaceful day on the farm turns to panic when Hen discovers her egg has been stolen! The only one who can crack the case? Billiam Van Hoof, the world's number one goat detective (at least, that's what he calls himself). As Van Hoof questions the animals and collects clues--a piece of eggshell, a yellow feather, and some tiny footprints--the answer to the mystery becomes obvious to everyone except the bumbling inspector.

Readers will enjoy piecing together the clues long before the hapless goat detective and will laugh along with his ridiculous conclusions. The bright, comic illustrations in this graphic novel are filled with visual jokes and quirky details that kids will delight in finding. With a cast of lovable characters, this goofy mystery story--the first in the Farm Crimes series--is a great introduction to graphic novels, now in paperback.