Books like The Mystery of Treasure Island (The Mystery Series, Book 6)
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
The After School Detective Club: The Case of the Smuggler's Curse: Book 1
Mark Dawson, Ben Mantle, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with mystery and interactive detective work.
Encourages teamwork, friendship, and trust among characters.
Stimulates analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Perfect mix of fun and educational content.

The After School Detective Club: The Case of the Smuggler's Curse: Book 1
Mark Dawson, Ben Mantle, 2022
Award winning
Scoop McLaren: Waves of Mystery
Helen Castles, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable characters foster emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
Combines fun with educational value effectively.

Scoop McLaren: Waves of Mystery
Helen Castles, 2021
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.

The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
A Mystery at the Incredible Hotel
Kate Davies, 2024
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery captivates young readers' imagination.
Characters exhibit cooperation and problem-solving skills.
Stimulates curiosity and enhances deductive reasoning.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

A Mystery at the Incredible Hotel
Kate Davies, 2024
Award winning
Spellbook of the Lost and Found
Moïra Fowley-Doyle, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Mystery unfolds with each page, sparking curiosity.
Enhances critical thinking through complex, intertwining plots.
Characters demonstrate resilience and cooperation.
Themes of loss and recovery resonate emotionally.
