Hello, little detective! Let's solve a mystery together.
From suspects and motives to plot twists and clues, Mystery for Babies introduces young readers to the most intriguing elements of the mystery genre. With clear, playful language and engaging illustrations, this board book turns big ideas―like investigation, suspense, and surprise―into simple concepts perfect for curious minds.
Whether it's your baby's first case or your hundredth cozy mystery, this book is a joyful way to celebrate the genre with the next generation of sleuths and features a tribute to iconic authors like Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Gillian Flynn. Every great detective starts with a question―and every lifelong reader starts with a book.
Your order will be delivered by Post Haste, NZ Post, or NZ Couriers. If you would like the order to require signature for delivery, please let us know in the Special Instructions box below your cart before Checkout.
Orders placed on a weekday are usually shipped the next business day. Orders placed on weekends and public holidays will be shipped the following weekday. Orders will normally be sent using overnight options, but please allow an extra couple of days for rural orders.
All orders are wrapped in Pictura tissue paper, but if you would like a handwritten note or have any other special delivery instructions, please include this in the Special Instructions box.
Please note there is a Rural Delivery surcharge for rural addresses. Please make sure to choose this shipping option at check out if your address is classified as rural.
We only offer delivery within New Zealand at this time. If you are based overseas, please email us at hello@picturabooks.co.nz and we'll do out best to accommodate.
New Zealand Rates:
New Zealand Wide - $10
New Zealand Wide (Rural) - $16
Free Shipping on New Zealand orders over $120
We wrap all online orders in our bespoke PICTURA tissue. If you would like specific items wrapped individually or together, please include a note at checkout.