Books like Sherlock Holmes and the Disappearing Diamonds
Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill Case #1: The Great Pie Catastrophe (1) (The Adverntures of Joe Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill)
Renee Hand, 2010
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking and curiosity.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill Case #1: The Great Pie Catastrophe (1) (The Adverntures of Joe Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill)
Renee Hand, 2010
Award winning
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and history.
Celebrates perseverance and problem-solving skills.
Based on real-life astronomer, Maria Mitchell.
Encourages exploration and discovery in young readers.

What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, 2019
Award winning
Valentine's Day Dognapping (Scooby-doo Reader #10 Level 2)
Gail Herman, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Mystery adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages young readers with familiar, beloved characters.
Encourages literacy through structured, leveled reading.
Fosters enjoyment in shared reading experiences.

Valentine's Day Dognapping (Scooby-doo Reader #10 Level 2)
Gail Herman, 2001
Murder by the Sea: Feluda Mysteries
Satyajit Ray, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances critical thinking skills.
Vivid seaside settings spark imagination.
Complex characters teach empathy and understanding.
Ideal for family reading, broadens world knowledge.

Murder by the Sea: Feluda Mysteries
Satyajit Ray, 2009
Award winning
Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere
Elise Gravel, 2017
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks creativity and curiosity.
Features quirky, memorable characters kids love.
Encourages scientific thinking and exploration.
Humorous story, ideal for family bonding.

Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere
Elise Gravel, 2017
Award winning
The Gross Ghost Mystery (Frank and Joe Hardy: The Clues Brothers #1)
Franklin W. Dixon, 1997
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery that captivates young readers.
Encourages teamwork and logical reasoning skills.
Provides suspenseful yet accessible content for children.
Strengthens reading comprehension and inference abilities.

The Gross Ghost Mystery (Frank and Joe Hardy: The Clues Brothers #1)
Franklin W. Dixon, 1997
Award winning
Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled mystery sparks curiosity and engagement.
Characters model resilience and resourcefulness.
Supports development of analytical and deductive skills.
Enhances vocabulary through context-rich storylines.

Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
Award winning
Who Stole the Hamster?
N. Griffin, Margo Sorenson, 2015
256 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates cognitive development and curiosity.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character interactions.
Enhances problem-solving skills with interactive storyline.
Warm illustrations foster visual literacy and engagement.
