A Mountain of a Problem

Written by Ashlyn Anstee

Book #2 in the Shelby & Watts series

Two detectives investigate why a bear woke up from hibernation early and uncover a larger issue affecting the environment

3.9 Goodreads · 87 ratings

96 pages· 2,327 words· Est. 35 min read· GN420L

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Bookroo's summary

Shelby and Watts, the mystery-solving duo, face a puzzling case: Violet the bear has woken early from hibernation. With her son Theodore still asleep, time is ticking. Using Shelby's sharp deductions and Watts's scientific expertise, they must uncover the truth before Theodore is disturbed. As they dig deeper, they find a larger issue at play—climate change. Can they solve the mystery and help Violet before it's too late? This adventure not only entertains but also educates on environmental challenges, offering readers practical tips to make a difference.

From the publisher

Mystery-solving duo Shelby &amp; Watts are back on the trail! They’re saving the environment, one case at a time. Violet the bear has awoken early from her hibernation, but she doesn’t know why. She’s called on Shelby &amp; Watts to solve the case before her son, Theodore, is roused from his hibernation, too. With Shelby’s deductive skills and Watts’s scientific know-how, they’ll leave no stone unturned or question unanswered. In this follow-up to Tide Pool Troubles, our two environmental detectives uncover the larger issue underlying Violet’s early start to spring: climate change. With accessible language and tips for what readers can do in the face of environmental change, this is a gentle introduction to one of today’s most pressing issues.

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