Books like The Case of the Missing Falcon (Jigsaw Jones Mystery Super Special, No. 3)
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.

Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The Final Treasure #4 (The Treasure Troop)
Dori Hillestad Butler, 2021
125 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances critical thinking.
Characters model teamwork and resourcefulness.
Stimulates curiosity and interactive reading.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

The Final Treasure #4 (The Treasure Troop)
Dori Hillestad Butler, 2021
Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Missing Puppies
Megan Rix, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure story enhances children’s problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy through relatable characters and emotions.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative.
Promotes teamwork and determination.

Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Missing Puppies
Megan Rix, 2021
Award winning
The Mystery of the Disappearing Swing
Holly Hobbie, Laura Marsh, National Geographic Society, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with a captivating adventure mystery.
Encourages teamwork and friendship through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Mystery of the Disappearing Swing
Holly Hobbie, Laura Marsh, National Geographic Society, 2008
Award winning
The Case of Fancy's Missing Ball: Pet Shop Adventures
Misty Gibson, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances critical thinking and curiosity.
Relatable pet characters foster emotional development.
Illustrations enrich visual perception and attention.
Encourages teamwork, friendship values through story.

The Case of Fancy's Missing Ball: Pet Shop Adventures
Misty Gibson, 2023
Lightfall: The Girl & the Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2020
247 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline.
Encourages creativity and resilience.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary.
Supports emotional and social development.

Lightfall: The Girl & the Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2020
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
The Mystery of the Missing Mummy: (Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries)
Fran Manushkin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances critical thinking skills.
Relatable characters, Katie and Pedro, boost connection and empathy.
Encourages deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
