Previously published as The Day Wright's Mill Went Silent by Molly Mobley.
Four kids.
An empty school.
And a puzzle that won’t solve itself.
When the rest of Keystone Elementary heads to the movies for a holiday treat, four students stay behind with a mysterious invitation from their principal. As the buses pull away, they knock on his door only to find his office empty. A half-written note sends them through eerily silent halls looking for clues, but to uncover the truth, they’ll need more than smart guesses. They’ll need teamwork.
As readers enjoy puzzling out clues and cracking codes with William, Lucy, Jack, and Ishaan, they’ll learn the value of diverse talents and shared strengths. It’s not just an adventure with riddles to untangle. It’s a celebration of teamwork, creativity, kindness, and the idea that every student has something important to offer.