Case #11: The Mystery of the Last Page

Calling all young detectives! 🕵️‍♂️🫆

A nearly finished case file has arrived at Detective Headquarters, but there is one big problem — the last page is missing. Without it, the case cannot be closed.

Kids will follow 12 clever rhyming clues around the house, search each hiding spot, and work their way to the final reveal where they discover the missing last page and officially solve the mystery.

This printable indoor scavenger hunt is designed to be print-and-go with very little prep. Just print the pages, follow the parent setup guide, hide the clue pages, and let the investigation begin.

What’s Included

This printable PDF includes 18 pages:

1 cover page

1 case briefing story page

1 parent setup guide

12 full-page clue pages

1 Last Page Found / celebration reveal page

1 answer key with prize ideas

1 full-page landscape detective certificate

How It Works

Print the pages at home.

Use the parent setup guide to hide each clue in order.

Hand Clue 1 to the kids.

Kids solve each rhyming clue and search the next location.

At the end, they find the missing last page and close the case.

No complicated setup. No extra materials required.

Great For

Rainy day activities

Indoor birthday party games

Family game night

Screen-free play

Mystery-loving kids

Homeschool activities

Classroom fun

Holiday breaks

Snow days

Grandparent visits

Weekend activities

Kids ages 8 and up

Recommended Age

Ages 8+

Younger kids may enjoy it with help reading the clues. Older kids can solve independently or work as a team.

Clue Locations Included

Couch

Refrigerator

Laundry basket

Bathroom sink

Shoes / shoe rack

Kitchen table

TV remote

Pillow / bed

Front door / entry rug

Desk / homework spot

Closet

Bookshelf / book final reveal

Locations can be adjusted to fit your home.

Prize Ideas

A small prize is optional, but fun! Ideas include:

Detective notebook

Pencil or pen

Bookmark

Mini magnifying glass

Sticker sheet

Small snack or treat

Mini flashlight

Mystery book

Printable detective badge

Certificate of completion

Digital Download Note

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped.

After purchase, you can download and print the PDF at home or through a local print shop. Colors may vary slightly depending on your printer and paper.