And except for the fact that Patches himself had become Smashies new archenemy. Patches, naturally, is her classs best hamster, and Smashie is rather, distraught about his disappearance. Well, this picture book certainly isnt helping my theory that all pigeons are tiny cooing spies. Lucky for him, Private I is on the case. Fun and adventurous! The two end up stumbling upon a headline-making mystery in the process. Youll fall in love with the spunky, Irene Adler, our author, and junior detective, as she and her best friends seek to solve the small beach towns greatest mystery. Its a fun historical fiction adventure (and mystery) about a young boy named Lucius whose father is accused of a crime. This is the second book in the Dear Mrs. Larue series about a dog named Ike Larue with a knack for mad-cap hijinx. that he never begins a case before stopping for a snack and how laborious an effort it is for him to put on pants. Constable & Toopby Gareth P. Jones In this ghost world, some ghosts work for the Ghost Bureau a predictably stuffy governing agency that does nothing. It features the eponymous youngsleuth,Nate the Great. When Aggy the iguana goes missing, the rest of the class pets accuse Malcolm of the crime. Self care and ideas to help you live a healthier, happier life. Minerva Mint The Order of the Owlsby Elisa Puricelli Guerra Minerva lives in a huge but run-down mansion (that she owns) with her guardian, a quirky artist who found her abandoned at a train station (with the house deed.) 1 Alice in Wonderland 2 Ballet Shoes (Noel Streatfeild) 3 Goblet of Fire 4 Half Blood Prince ADVERTISEMENT 5 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 6 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (J.K. Rowling) 7 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix 8 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone 9 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 10 I'd like to receive the free email course. Want more? Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! The book was based on telling the wacky stories about the origin of flight This mystery story is one of thebest booksforyoung readerswho seek the challenge to solve seemingly unsolvable cases. Olive finds a dusty pair of glasses in some abandoned drawer and makes a startling discovery. Super Detectives Simon and Chester by Cale AtkinsonA new, funny beginning graphic novel! Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery is a middle grade mystery-comedy about a fanged rabbit who might be a vampire. It is just so good! There are so many fantastic mystery series and standalone works out there by a diverse mix of authors and illustrators. The series can be a great way to encourage readers to problem-solve with the kid detective and use logical thinking to crack the greatest mysteries! Middle Grade Historical Fiction (Ages 9 12), Missing! US residents can opt out of "sales" of personal data. Nothing to see at all. This wonderful children's mystery book chronicles the story of three friends: Dink Duncan, Ruth Rose Hathaway, and Josh Pinto of Green Lawn, Connecticut. Written by: SirArthur Conan Doyle, Vincent Goodwin. Harold the fox attends a costume birthday party for his friend Donkey. But as Van Hoof questions the animals and collects clues, the solutions seems obvious to everyone except the bumbling inspector. When theyfind themselves in some hot water, theyll need to use their super sleuthing and spy skills to save themselves! Hes so good that his own dad picks his brain every night to solve tricky cases, and hes the head of their towns police department! The Agency 3: The Traitor in the Tunnelby Y.S. When you turn the page, the clues and answers are explained. shes got a lot going onshes managed to make an enemy of the meanest mean girl at school, shes been expelled, and shes living with her grandma in a seniors-only building because her mom is off trying to make it as a movie star. This playfully illustratedchapter bookseriesshows kids that opposites can make great teams. Shes a neglected 5th child who sends herself to boarding school where she actually (and surprisingly to her) makes friends and solves mysteries. Each of the cases, told in comic form like in the Owl Magazine, develops the story and gives you clues. The boys set off to solve this strange and scary mystery and find themselves on an adventure beyond their wildest imaginations. But which mystery books are the best for kids? They soon make a startling discovery: someone has buried a box of bones behind their clubhouse! Kids will love these suspenseful beginning reader mysteries narrated byBasils friend, Dr. Dawson. For 500 years, the Cahills have been the most powerful family in the world, carefully and secretively guarding their source of their power. Low is actually a husband and wife duo! In the first book, , the kids learn that they have a grandfather but initially run from him, believing him to be a cruel and scary old man. Yes please! The trio tags along with the twins crime reporter mom and rack up clues to solve the robbery. Youlllove the Spanish words throughout, the well-paced action, and the characters. In thisfirst bookin this goofball detective series, kids can follow along as a potted flytrap (ahem thatsInspectorFlytrap!) Yep. The Haunted Library by Dori Hillestad ButlerMy 9-year-old daughter and I loved this entertaining new series about a boy ghost, Kaz, who is blown away from his family and into a new haunt a library. Alas, I bring you this spot-on, punny piece of plot-summary perfection from the authors website: Word on the street is that 7 ate 9. Julian and his buddies Huey and Gloria consider themselves some pretty sweet secret agents. We won't send you spam. Young Adult Junior MYSTERY books vintage lot of 7 from 50's and 60's Brains Benton Tom Swift Ted Scott Flying Stories Ken Holt Sci-Fi AuntSistersPicks (4,584) $25.50 FREE shipping The Ghost of Windy Hill by Clyde Robert Bulla, illustrated by David Wensel, Vintage 1968 Children's Spooky Mystery Books LaceTrimmedLife (387) $14.76 $16.40 (10% off) document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thank-you for all your suggestions! A mystery bookstore. By: Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo (2016) See full review Read or buy BOOK The One and Only Ivan age 8+ Heartwarming story of a heroic, artistic, captive gorilla. Kids will enjoy thisnew easy chapter book series with friends who find news and share it in video news reports. She soon discovers that there are clues to her fathers mysterious disappearance and she may be the only one who can crack them. Newly accepted into the prestigious Explorer Academy for science and exploration, Cruz realizes that someone is trying to kill him; someone who doesnt want him finding out about his mothers mysterious research and untimely death. In thisfirst bookin this action-packed, interactiveseries, twins Zach and Evie and their friend Vishal start the GeminiDetective Agency. He instead draws absurd conclusion after conclusion. Why is he known as Encyclopedia Brown? This picture book is the perfect companion to the classic kids song. Then, when a possum tries to steal the chicks, it seems that Diamond Lil is involved. TheLondon Eye Mystery by Siobhan DowdA puzzling mystery that only the boy named Ted who seems to be on the spectrum (his brain is different but not explained) can solve. Young readerscan join this doggie duo in getting to the bottom of whats really going on in this seriously cutechildrens book. But when Andys class pet goes missing, the two team up to find the beloved animal. is a creative, clever collection of stories about boxes of mysterious origin, but the stories could not be more different both in written content and artistic style. During the parade, someone steals the priceless Goblin Pearls right from under Lilys face. Anna, Henry, and Jose are kids of parents in the Silver Jaguar Society, a society that protects priceless works of art, head to Paris to guard the Mona Lisa. But he didnt do it either so he partners with the cheerful 4th Little Pig, Ferkel, (who knew!?) The Name of this Book is Secret is the first of five books in The Secret Series and is most certainly not about a couple of eleven-year-olds chasing a missing magician. The Frame-Up by Wendy McLeod MacKnight, illustrated by Ian SchoenherrCelebrating artwork, this magical mystery chapter book reveals that paintings are alive. Mystery books for kids are great because they foster logical thinking and deductive reasoning. I presume youll now accept that Im no liar! Explorer Academy: The Nebula Secret by Trudi TrueitThis is National Geographics first fictional book series with full-color illustrations thathits the spot with an exciting mix of science, technology, adventure, and mystery. And that source is the 39 Clues (ingredients to a serum that can create the most powerful person on Earth). Eddie Red Undercover Mystery in Mayan Mexico by Marcia WellsEddie, his best friend Jonah, and his parents areon vacationin Mexico. Baby Monkey is just the cutest little gumshoe, sitting in his giant office waiting for cases to solve. Its a great lesson on the importance of honesty, sharing, and the joys of a yummy slice of cake. Fun fact: A.J. She doesnt say a word and leaves just as quickly as she came. The kids pick the clue and race around the world, trying to discover all the clues to reveal the familys biggest secret of all the source of their power. Your kid will be hooked from start to finish as they crack codes, decipher riddles and hone their crime-solving skills. Then disaster strikes amidst the festivities: someone has eaten the lavish birthday feast! What begins as mostly an excuse to meet up for pizza and go-karting, turns into bonafide crime-solving operation as they track down a priceless diamond necklace. ShawI enjoyed this book very much! Filled with sight gags and lovable characters, this is a fun, hilarious intro to the rest of the series. The Great Shelby Holmes by Elizabeth Eulberg I loved this Sherlock-inspired book because its very well written and tells agreat story. Malcolm is jazzed to be the new fifth grade class pet at school: hes well fed, well loved and has some comfy digs. Things go from bad to worse when she witnesses a burglary at the hotel across the street, and now the thief is after her. US residents can opt out of "sales" of personal data. Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes(A Stepping Stone Book)byJudith Conaway,Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, illustrated by Lyle MillerYoull find that this is a perfect introduction to some of the most famous mysteries of Sherlock Holmes and written at a just-right reading level for kids in elementary school. He finds the thieving culprits for everything from an opera singers missing jewels to an astronauts misplaced spaceship using some. Something for everyone interested in hair, makeup, style, and body positivity. He and his assistant Nelson take a trip to the art museum where they find something missing from a very famous painting. Back in action in chapter book form, Nancy solves mysteries in a pink trench coat and a bedazzled magnifying glass. Told in a series of letters, a friendly dog named Baxter and a very jealous first petSimon the cat butt heads over their shared human: a boy named Andy. Sign up to The Kids Are All Right to receive news and recommendations from the world of kid lit and middle grade books. Mary goes undercover in Queen Victorias palace while facing other issues one of a love interest and one that her long-lost father isnt so long lost after all. When dogs in her neighborhood are going missing, Kazu and her best friend, March plus two morekidsteam up to find clues and follow leads. The animal detectives of Gumshoe Zoo are on the case in this awesome, alliterative comic picture book. Who is the pug? Each book in the series is interactive and contains ten stories for readers to follow along and solve. Then she discovers the homes long-lost missing heir lurking around the shadows and hiding in a secret part of the house. Fun fact: A.J. Reading The Giving Tree was a universal experience for us all. Now check your email to confirm and I'll send you your free downloads. In book one. The concept of this series is just so, so brilliant. This is one of my top picks for early chapter books! The letter asks each of them to solve a crime that has wronged one of the worlds greatest painters. The 30s! See, he chose to hide the fact that hes not so much a mouse as a rat, and rats are not to be trustedor are they? Little Claudia Kincaid decides she wants to run away, but not just anywhere: shes going to run away to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and find a way to live there. Im a fan of Richard Scarry books in general, but this is one of my favorites. When left to fend for themselves, they discover something very suspicious happening at the old mansion down the street, more than just losing their rocket in that yard. I consulted various sources to come up with the best estimates: Scholastics handy. , Basil must try and solve his toughest case yet: a mousenapping (hehe) with seemingly zero clues to go on!