Scooby-Doo! and the Groovy Ghost is an excellent mystery read. This chapter book gives the right amount of suspense for students. During this read, each chapter leads to another clue which makes you want to keep reading. The surrealistic characters such as Scooby-Doo and the groovy ghost, create an exciting environment for students so they wont feel as spooked out as it would be if it were played by realistic characters. The question that leaves readers asking is, is the groovy ghost friendly or monster-like? This is what keeps the suspense and builds upon prior knowledge for the early readers.
In this book, the text is rich in vocabulary and has plenty of insightful clues that students can put together and make predictions out of themselves. The "gang" otherwise known as Fred, Velma, Shaggy, and Scooby each contribute their help in solving the mystery. This book ultimately teaches a message that not everyone acts they way they look, hence, "groovy" ghost. As the book wraps up, readers can feel a sense of accomplishment after solving the mystery or even just finishing the book itself. I would highly recommend this book to middle aged readers who have not read a mystery yet, it is a simple read with multiple features that can help you conclude the fictional story.