Mystery books for kids
City of Secrets: The Wildsmith #2
Liz Flanagan, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure stimulates creativity and imagination.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork, fostering social skills.
Mystery elements enhance analytical thinking and curiosity.
Encourages exploration of complex emotions and empathy.
City of Secrets: The Wildsmith #2
Liz Flanagan, 2023
Award winning
Fusion (Megastar Mysteries)
Annabelle Starr, 2007
117 pages
Why to read
Mystery-driven narrative sparks curiosity and critical thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and effective communication.
Engages young readers with suspenseful and dynamic storytelling.
Reinforces literacy skills through structured, engaging content.
Fusion (Megastar Mysteries)
Annabelle Starr, 2007
Award winning
The Phantom of the Theater (Creepella von Cacklefur #8): A Geronimo Stilton Adventure
Geronimo Stilton, 2016
128 pages
Why to read
Mystery-filled adventure sparks curiosity and imagination.
Cultivates problem-solving skills through engaging narrative.
Characters display teamwork and resilience.
Encourages literacy with its captivating story.
The Phantom of the Theater (Creepella von Cacklefur #8): A Geronimo Stilton Adventure
Geronimo Stilton, 2016
Award winning
Strange Neighbors (Sam: Dog Detective)
Mary Labatt, 2000
120 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Features relatable dog detective, enhancing connection.
Fosters love for reading through captivating narrative.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.
Strange Neighbors (Sam: Dog Detective)
Mary Labatt, 2000
The Boy in the Jam Jar: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band
Joyce Dunbar, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with a captivating, adventurous plot.
Features relatable characters, enhancing emotional development.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Designed for shared reading, bolstering family bonds.
The Boy in the Jam Jar: A Bloomsbury Reader: Lime Book Band
Joyce Dunbar, 2020
Award winning
Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles (Calico Illustrated Classics)
Arthur Conan Doyle, Jan Fields, 2011
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates critical thinking and problem-solving.
Classic literature enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Timeless narrative encourages enduring interest in reading.
Illustrations help visual understanding of complex plots.
Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles (Calico Illustrated Classics)
Arthur Conan Doyle, Jan Fields, 2011
Award winning
The Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes (Ghostwriter Book 6)
Kwame Alexander, Margaret Dilloway, Arthur Conan Doyle, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating mysteries enhance problem-solving skills.
Classic, relatable characters fostering empathy.
Encourages analytical thinking through engaging narratives.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
The Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes (Ghostwriter Book 6)
Kwame Alexander, Margaret Dilloway, Arthur Conan Doyle, 2020
Splash!: Independent Reading Turquoise 7
Penny Dolan, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and problem-solving skills.
Encourages independent reading and cognitive development.
Perfect for family reading sessions, strengthening bonds.
