The Case of the Missing Science Trophy

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The students of Oakwood Elementary were buzzing with excitement as Science Week began. Maya and Jake arrived early to help Ms. Turner set up the Science Fair, but when they reached the trophy display, they found the shiny trophy was missing! Without it, the assembly couldn't start, and everyone was disappointed.

Ms. Turner discovered a clue: a crumpled note in the trophy's display case that read, "If you want the trophy, look where we practice for show night!" Maya and Jake embarked on a mini-adventure around the school, following the clues left by the thief. They visited the music room, the art room, and the gym, finding more clues at each location.

After piecing together the clues, Maya and Jake discovered that it was all a misunderstanding—the custodian had moved the trophy to a safer spot because the display case was loose. Relieved, they returned the trophy to its rightful place, and the Science Fair assembly went on as planned, with the trophy shining brightly on stage.

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