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Why is Doodlebug upset?
Doodlebug is upset because his trunks are being opened and things might be missing.
What idea does Dandelion have to find out who is opening the trunks?
Dandelion suggests doing a stakeout to catch the thief.
What are Dandelion and Rudyard watching for?
They are watching for anyone who might be opening Doodlebug’s trunks.
Who is the real thief?
The real thief is a pair of raccoons.
Who does Doodlebug think is touching his trunks?
Doodlebug thinks Rudyard and Dandelion are touching his trunks.
What does Dandelion bring for the stakeout?
Dandelion brings notebooks, pens, binoculars, and a flashlight.
How does Rudyard feel about the stakeout?
Rudyard is a little nervous and asks if they are in danger.
Why do the raccoons open Doodlebug’s trunks?
The raccoons are looking for food or shiny things.
Where do they do the stakeout?
They do the stakeout in Mrs. Pinkley and Mr. Pinkley’s bedroom, where they can see the deck.
What do they see through the binoculars?
They see some movement on the deck, but they are not sure who or what it is.
What sound do they hear on the deck?
They hear a scrabbling sound coming from the deck.
How do Dandelion and Rudyard scare the raccoons away?
They wave their arms and make noise to scare the raccoons.
How does Dandelion feel when she sees the culprit?
Dandelion feels excited and laughs when she sees the thief.
What clue does Dandelion give Doodlebug?
Dandelion tells Doodlebug that the thief was wearing a mask.
What does Doodlebug think about the clue?
Doodlebug is confused and doesn't know who the thief is.
How does Doodlebug feel when he finds out the truth?
Doodlebug laughs when he finds out it was the raccoons all along.