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Print-at-home birthday mystery

A mystery for
the birthday
table.

Print this digital game for your child’s party. An adult reads Pip’s note aloud, and the children solve six paper puzzles to find the missing birthday star.

Pip examining the star-marked envelope in the game’s opening illustration
Pip, from The Birthday Star Case

Around the table

How the mystery unfolds.

  1. Read Pip’s note.

    Gather the players and read the opening together. There’s a gap where the birthday star should be.

  2. Follow the clues.

    Compare observations, trace a delivery route, and record what the team discovers.

  3. Open the decoder.

    After the sixth puzzle, hand the team its decoder. Keep the reveal with the adult host until the end.

See how to host the game

For the grown-ups

Before the party.

The Birthday Star Case
What do we need at the table?

Bring the printed player pages and pencils. The adult can read the host guide on screen.

Can we try a puzzle first?

Yes. The Spare Party Ticket is a free, standalone puzzle. The adult answer sheet is separate.

How much do I need to print?

Print eight player pages and one decoder per team. The printing guide explains paper sizes and setup.