This study was designed to be used as a novel study (independent, small group, or class) or as an additional component to a thematic unit based on mystery and suspense. As all groups of students are unique, you are invited to use this guide in whatever manner suits the needs of your learners.

The activities contained in this Study Guide are conveniently organized into four sections: Before Reading, Reading, After Reading, and To Use Anytime. Because of the nature of Sigmund Brouwer's writing, the mystery Madness at Moonshiner's Bay reads quite quickly. As a result, only one activity has been provided for each chapter. A greater study emphasis is encouraged before and after reading the novel. To support the need to assess student progress, generic evaluation sheets are also included at the end of this collection.

This novel is the ninth in a series. Your students are invited to read any of the other novels in the Accidental Detectives series before, during, or after this unit of study. In addition to encouraging the enjoyment of reading, your students are encouraged to connect with Mr. Brouwer at his website.

An additonal exciting component-the "interactive" portion-gives the teacher access-codes that may be passed on to the students after every six chapters or so of the book. Students may then go access exciting additonal activities and information on the internet as part of their novel study!

Enjoy solving this mystery along with the Accidental Detectives.