Willa Quinn Mysteries Book 1 – The Mystery of the Vanishing Violin for Kids Ages 7-10

Looking for the Classroom Edition?

This book is also available as a Guided Reading & Classroom Edition, which includes vocabulary, comprehension questions, and extension activities.

Perfect for teachers, homeschool families, and students who benefit from additional learning support.

View Guided Reading &Classroom Edition

What This Book Is About

When Grace Parker’s treasured violin disappears just days before the school music competition, everyone is stumped, including Willa.

Determined to uncover the truth, Willa teams up with her best friend Toby and her curious beagle Watson. Together, they follow a trail of puzzling clues through Maplewood Elementary. But with every new discovery, the mystery only deepens.

As the pieces begin to fit together, Willa must rely on careful observation and steady thinking to untangle what really happened.

Packed with clever twists, teamwork, and just the right dash of suspense, The Mystery of the Vanishing Violin invites young readers to become detectives alongside Willa Quinn, because when something feels wrong, she is not the type to look away.

Why Kids Love This Mystery

• A relatable young detective kids can connect with
• A fun and familiar school setting
• A mystery that keeps readers guessing
• Friendship, teamwork, and problem-solving
• A clever and curious dog sidekick (Watson!)

Perfect For Kids Who Love:

• Mystery books for kids ages 7-10
• Chapter books for independent readers
• School-based adventure stories
• Books with clues, puzzles, and problem-solving
• Early middle grade mystery series

Part of the Willa Quinn Mysteries Series

Book 1 in the Willa Quinn Mysteries series.

New to Willa Quinn? Each mystery stands on its own.