Kit and Oak & the Great Garden Caper

Barnwood Hall Mystery: Kit & Oak and the Great Garden Caper
A hands-on STEAM/STEM mystery kit for kids ages 5–9
 
Step into Barnwood Hall Mystery, where curiosity blooms and young investigators solve mysteries through science, storytelling, and hands-on discovery.
 
Kit & Oak and the Great Garden Caper invites children ages 5–9 into the gardens of Barnwood Hall, where something curious is unfolding. Plants aren’t growing as expected, pollinators are disappearing, and the garden’s balance is at risk. Young explorers can dive into this mystery at any time—each Barnwood Hall kit stands on its own and can be completed in any order.
 
What’s Included
Illustrated cozy mystery book featuring Kit & Oak
Hands-on STEAM activities tied directly to the story
Experiments exploring how light affects plant growth
Create a one-of-a-kind leaf rubbing bookmark
Paint and design a flower pot
Plant real pollinator-friendly seeds
Interactive challenges focused on pollinators and pollination
Explorer case files for recording observations and clues
Themed stickers for young garden detectives
 
The Story
The Great Garden at Barnwood Hall should be thriving—but something isn’t quite right. Flowers struggle, pollinators are scarce, and the garden’s future hangs in the balance. As Kit and Oak investigate the garden caper, young readers discover how sunlight, plants, and pollinators work together—and why every part of an ecosystem matters.
 
Learning Highlights
Introduces plant life cycles and growth needs
Explores light, plants, and cause-and-effect
Teaches pollination and ecosystems through hands-on play
Builds problem-solving and observation skills
Strengthens reading comprehension by connecting the story to the action
Encourages screen-free, experiential STEAM learning
 
Perfect For
Children ages 5–9
Homeschool families
Libraries and classrooms
Nature- and garden-loving kids
Parents seeking story-driven STEAM/STEM kits
Why Barnwood Hall Mystery Kits
Barnwood Hall Mystery kits combine storytelling, science, and creativity, allowing children to explore topics independently while building curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking skills.
 
 
Product Details
Age Range: 5–9 years
Learning Focus: STEAM, plant science, ecosystems, literacy
Format: Physical kit + storybook
Use: Home, homeschool, classroom, library programs