Obsessed with travel? The setting is the late 1800s in France. I love sharing good books & fun learning resources. I'd like to receive the free email course. The other two books in the series are Lucky Breaks (2009) and Lucky for Good (2011). Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Ben WoodIn the first of three silly stories, Rock Pigeon is a crime-fighting pigeon who helps Grandpouter and the other park pigeons solve the problem of the vanishing breadcrumbs. Yes please! The Seals That Wouldnt Swim, Field Trip Mysteries by Steve Brezenoff, illustrated by Marcos CaloThe Field Trip Mysteries are the field trips of Cat and her classmates. Easy to read with a relatable mystery. There. by Mo Willems Disney Publishing Worldwide Advertisement 3. The Girl with the Glass Birdby Esme Kerr A lonely orphan named Edie is forced to leave her only known relative and live at a strict boarding school in order to surreptitiously protect Anastasia, the Russian princes daughter. Bettys Bakery has been burgled by a bread bandit who cleared the cupboards and counters of carrot cake, cornbread and crackers. There are five sub-series that make up one big series and each sub-series contains multiple volumes. Soon a town full of beasts are on the case. Follow along as he confronts each of his animal friends to see which one of them nabbed those cookies! Learn more at. Of course, theres a mystery afoot andRollie and Cecily are determined to get to the bottom of it. about a couple of eleven-year-olds chasing a missing magician. How great for critical thinking, right!? Its Christmas Eve and Alis friend Gabe is missing, his FBI agent dad is falsely accused of murdering an old man, and someone broke into their house while they were at church and stole his dads service weapon. When the family loses everything, the oldest brother decides to be a gladiator which is equivalent to slave status and a good way to die young. Something for everyone interested in hair, makeup, style, and body positivity. Bonus: readers can get their hands on collectors cards that correspond to each book. Absolutely Truly Pumpkin Falls Mystery by Heather Vogel Frederick Truly and her family now live in her fathers small hometown after her father, a soldier, returns from Afghanistan a changed man. Reporting on what you care about. Super Detectives Simon and Chester by Cale AtkinsonA new, funny beginning graphic novel! Secret and societies and kid espionagewhats not to love? Ick and Crud are caninebest friendswho spend most of their days playing in the sun. An ostracized girl narrator befriends a winged boy, as Myers uses both words and pictures to demonstrate that one person, appreciating another's true qualities, makes life complete. But who is the library ghost? Well, this picture book certainly isnt helping my theory that all pigeons are tiny cooing spies. I love this fast-paced mystery! Note: this book is one in a series, but this is the only one Id classify as a mystery. My frequent trips down memory lane often leave me thinking about all the books I read in my youth and how they impacted my formative years. Truly helps her father and his sister in the family bookstore, where she finds a valuable first edition of Charlottes Web, which leads her on a mysterious treasure hunt. This firstmysteryis about a jewelry store robbery. Ive been reading mysteries (and trying to live inside a swanky museum, sssh) ever since.. It seems she can travel inside the paintings to a creepily silent place called Elsewhere! Encyclopedia Brown tells of the adventures of Leroy Brown, aboy detectivewho is nicknamed Encyclopedia for his wide breadth of knowledge. Please try again. I can not wait for the next book!! But theres someone in the society who is feeding information to the art thieves. But the facts just dont add up. Then, see if you can figure out the answers. The author imagines a friendship between Ada Byron, the genius daughter of Lord Byron and the worlds first computer programmer, and Mary Shelley, the worlds first science-fiction author who almost could have been friends in real life but for about a decade of years. Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek LandySkulduggery is a skeleton but hes also a detective who solves crimes in the magical world. Its a peaceful day on the farm until a blood-curdling scream rings from the barn Hens egg has been stolen! by Ida Siegal (series)Emma and her friends are excited about the upcoming costume contest but when Sophias costume disappears mysteriously, the group must investigate clues and interviews witnesses to discover what happened. AttysSproutVintage. But long before Agatha Christie and Alan Bradley filled my bookshelves, I was a kid enraptured by spies named Harriet and kids living in boxcars. In the Mysteries of Maisie Hitchins series, Maisie is a twelve-year-old working in her grandmothers boarding house with dreams of being a big, bad, lady detective. uses math, science and deductive reasoning to solve a mystery surrounding a stolen heirloom. Shes traveling to London to track down her missing mother, but shes pulled into a kidnapping and murder case when she arrives. She picks a new name, Valkyrie, and becomes invaluable to Skulduggery as they both fight to save the world from evil. 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 Frame-Up by Wendy McLeod MacKnight, illustrated by Ian SchoenherrCelebrating artwork, this magical mystery chapter book reveals that paintings are alive. In The Case of the Claymore Diamond, the foursome hear about the burglary of a local jewelry store. Again, use your own discretion. Malcolm is jazzed to be the new fifth grade class pet at school: hes well fed, well loved and has some comfy digs. These mysteries are both fun and informative for young readers, introducing them to the wonders of science with the help of some cute little critters. The book is full of humor and mystery with a satisfying ending, making it an engaging read for young kids. Harold the fox attends a costume birthday party for his friend Donkey. She is a spy. Thing is, Obaasan miiiight not be wrong. This picture book is the perfect companion to the classic kids song. Check out the collectionhere to get started! But he didnt do it either so he partners with the cheerful 4th Little Pig, Ferkel, (who knew!?) In The Case of the Goblin Pearls, the first in this series, Lily Lew is excited to learn that her Great Auntie Tiger Lil, a famous movie star, is coming to visit her family in San Francisco. Start with. The Wollstonecraft Detective Agency The Case of the Missing Moonstoneby Jordan Stratford, illustrated by Kelly Murphy I LOVE this fantastically developed historical fiction story for several reasons the girl-centric history is really interesting (and empowering), the characters are very well-developed, and the plot is a grand adventure! A mysterious book brings them together and they soon find themselves wrapped up in an international art scandal. But the Cahills have finally opened their vault to reveal the story of the most coveted work of art in the world, and the many attempts through the centuries to steal it. Max Finder Mystery Vol. Youve surely heard of the original Nancy Drew series from the 1930syeah, you read that right. In this adorable Read-To-Me book, Violet the mermaid and Wally the narwhal must follow a series of clues to find out why a new playground in Aquamarina seems to have mysteriously fallen apart. When she and her friends realize this new home is about to be acquired by a nefarious man, they are determined to solve the mystery of the heir, the key, and the house. Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #1-4. Not only do the girls spy on him, but they sneak into his house, find the cheetah, and get caught!! As such he has observed the genius of the crime-solving mad man upstairs and has picked up a thing or two in the art of sleuthing. Could it be a ghost? He and his assistant Nelson take a trip to the art museum where they find something missing from a very famous painting. 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. And except for the mysterious business with the glue. Dont miss the second book in the seires, Like Father, Like Son. The Amelia Six by Kristin L. GraySix standout girls are invited to the historic childhood home of Amelia Earhart to spend the night. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Nothing to see at all. (the Theory of All Small Things) to notice things that others have missed. The two embark on a dangerous, twisty, action-packed quest to find the 39 clues, ingredients that are the secret to their familys power. Lawn Mower Clinic, 4:30-6 p.m. Open to youth in grades 4-6 who want to learn about lawn mowing and the business of lawn care. Told you. Warren needs allies and ideas about where to search so he can discover the treasure first and save his familys hotel. The main characters have passion and curiosity and the plot races along with twists and turns. Unsubscribe at any time. And he doesnt have an alibi. Julian and his buddies Huey and Gloria consider themselves some pretty sweet secret agents. Then both her roommate and stepdad go missing and she receives clues about mythological monsters, one of whom might be a murderer. Theboxed setincludes six books packed with adventures involving bouquets, pink fans and gypsies! Fans of the mystery genre love how a good mystery makes them think. $7.99 $ 7. . The boys set off to solve this strange and scary mystery and find themselves on an adventure beyond their wildest imaginations. Readers can join Sherlock and his sidekick John Watson as they help the Prime Minister of England and secretary of foreign affairs solve a seemingly unsolvable case. The series follows the four orphaned Aiden children who decide to live in an abandoned boxcar in the forest. A.J. , Basil must try and solve his toughest case yet: a mousenapping (hehe) with seemingly zero clues to go on! TheSecret Files of Fairday Morrow by Jessica Haight Fairdays parents move from the city to the country to amysterious Victorian house and the only reason she hasnt died of boredom is shes found a mystery for her and her best friend, Lizzy, who are in their own detective club. Its about a boy, Rollie, and his friend, Cecily, whoreceive a mysterious and exclusive invitation to attend a school for budding detectives. The festivities are soured when the birthday burros cake is stolen during a game of monster tag. We hold major institutions accountable and expose wrongdoing. How many of these books do you remember from your childhood? Four sixth graders have banded together to form a detective agency. and reread a book from my precious youth. Her new Spanish tutor and his sister ask for Palomas help to find Frida Kahlos missing peacock ring. But as Van Hoof questions the animals and collects clues, the solutions seems obvious to everyone except the bumbling inspector. Of all the dirty, underhanded crimes Ive come across in my life as a mystery reader, this takes the cake. They help her find Nell and uncover the truth about her parents and their connection to the moldy bread. Im pulling this blurb straight from my shelf talker at the bookstore where I work. He looks every bit the detective as one can as a pigeonhes got a fedora on so you know he means business. Cant get enough of Sammy? While shes at it, shes also supposed to discover what is behind all of Anastasias problems. Hit the comments to share your favorites. Free shipping for many products! Follow her adventures in the 17 other books in this series. Subcategories. 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. Bark Park by Brandi Dougherty, illustrated by Paige PoolerScouts life is filled with mystery and adventure as she helps her dog friends. The Case That Time Forgot (Sherlock Files Series)byTracy BarrettTwin detectives, Xander and Xena, are direct descendants of Sherlock Holmes. The Very Best Chapter Books for Kids Of All Ages Whether you're looking for book suggestions for your independent reader, or a title to read aloud to your class or children at home, you are sure to find a chapter book that you and your children will love in this collection of the best chapter books for kids of all ages. Peril awaits as she tries to unravel the mystery shes unwittingly stepped into. Basil of Baker Street by Eve Titus, illustrated by Paul GaldoneLiving with the famous Sherlock Holmes is howBasil learns to be a skilled detective. In addition, you can see the most watched/liked stuff amongst your friends. Nope, no adventurous pursuit of villains here, folks. Theres only one thing for Ike to do when the local police force cant seem to get the job done: break free and take matters into his own hands. You see it too, right?! The silly Mr. Lemoncello devises a fun way to get OUT of the library you can only get out if you solve the puzzles around the entire library. The keya simple, children's mystery book, filled with creepy characters, spooky settings, suspenseful shenanigans, gaggles of clues, cliffhanger chapters, ripe red herrings, and a few adventuresome, industrious boys and girls to persevere and solve the mysteryopens a lock. Shes a neglected 5th child who sends herself to boarding school where she actually (and surprisingly to her) makes friends and solves mysteries. Its odd. Nate the Great is enjoying his morning pancakes when he gets a call from his friend Annie. Escape from Mr. Lemoncellos Library by Chris GrabensteinKyle and a few classmates win a sleepover at the towns newly created library by game-creator Mr. Lemoncello. My personal favorite is The Mystery Bookstore, a super fun caper set in the New Orleans French Quarter aboutyou guessed it! 1. As a book fiend with over a dozen books on my "must read" list, there are times where I'm like, "To hell with it!" These books are addictive! This heartwarming story is one of several in the hilarious Dear Beast series available onEpic. Then one day, shes shocked to discover that someone has started writing back. 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. Flavia de Luce is absolutely my best friend in my head, Sherlock Holmes in the Hound of the Baskervilles, Detective Larue: Letters from the Investigation, Inspector Brunswick: The Case of the Missing Eyebrow, The Great Pie Robbery and other Mysteries, Sherlock Sam and the Missing Heirloom in Katong, Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery in the Locked Library, Me, Frida and the Secret of the Peacock Ring, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. In this book, Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden now have a home with their grandfather. I really dig the witty subversiveness of this seriess secrecy: the titles, the plot descriptions, and even the authors name are all cloaked in an air of mystery thats perfect for young mystery readers and fans of a good riddle. The Rainbow Fish by. The books in the Babylit Sounds Primer series all use simple word pairings to introduce young minds to classic works of literature, like this one about the famed quirky detective of Londons Baker Street. The 5th adventure of the three friends Titus, Simon, and Finn, now preparing for the winter - but not without an exciting adventure. Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! The two put their heads together to figure out what happened in this charming story about art, teamwork and a very sneaky caterpillar. TUESDAY. Winterbone Home for Vengence and Valor by Ally Carter April is a foster kid invited to live at a fancy mansion with other orphans. Although the trio has different hobbies, they all share a love for solving mysteries. Mystery, adventure, and humor will keep your readers on the edge of their seats in this unique story with quirky characters. Theyre also a fast-paced, page-turnery blend of mystery and adventure. One mystery story might not be enough for every youngsleuth, and lucky for yours, it doesnt have to be. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Lot of 11 Vintage Older Children's Books 1970s 80s History Adventure Mystery at the best online prices at eBay! . Here are few more of our favorite kidsmystery seriesbooks off our platform, all available onAmazon. A mystery bookstore. In. She enacts all sorts of elaborate schemes to get rid of babysitter Sonia Solinsky, but Ms. Solinsky has a secret that may just make Lulu see the error in her ways. (Free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers.). Whats behind that stinky smell coming from Koko Dodos Cookie Shop? She must try to solve this case while also figuring out whats become of her mother. Youlllove the Spanish words throughout, the well-paced action, and the characters. Sign me up! Children's detective/mystery type series featuring group of kids - read in the UK early 80s 1 5 r/whatsthatbook Join 9 mo. Now Harriet must find a way to fix things with her pals and prove that shes no mean girl. She bamboozles her little brother into going along for the ride and pulls off her master plan. Whether your kid is gearing up to be the nextSherlock Holmesor just loves a good problem-solving adventure, there are tons of fun, high-qualitymystery booksout there to choose from, many of which they can find on Epic. I would have been all over these books as a kid, both because how can you not love the name Smashie McPerter and because the plot is just so Ramona-esquely relatable. Using a combination of these resources, Ive listed a grade level for each of these 50 selections, but these are by no means a universal one-size-fits-all guide. 7by Craig Battle and Ramon Perez, created by Liam ODonnell Mystery fans and young detectives, youre in for some fun with this book! Back in action in chapter book form, Nancy solves mysteries in a pink trench coat and a bedazzled magnifying glass. I would definitely add to your list Encyclopedia Brown Series by Donald J. Shod as well as GreenGlass House Series by Kate Milford. Edie thinks theres something fishy going on; that someone is trying to make Anastasia believe shes going crazy. I'm a mom, writer, & former elementary teacher & literacy trainer. In the first book, The Boxcar Children, the kids learn that they have a grandfather but initially run from him, believing him to be a cruel and scary old man. Boy, did I want to find that magic treehouse. Nate the Greatis a book series consisting of more than two dozen childrens detective stories. It all starts one day when an ID card falls out of Mamas purse. Mac Undercover (Kid Spy #1)by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Mike Lowery This funny adventure is about a kid who the queen of England uses to solve an important mysteryYoull need to withhold disbelief, or at least I did, but its super cute and popular with many younger readers. She considers herself less a solver of mysteries and more an agent of secrets: she helps her clients with warm & friendly approach and by digging into whats going on beneath the surface. Twelve-year-old Jin is studying at her grandparents Harlem bodega when a classmate named Alex walks in. I have a mystery loving girl so I have some investigating on my own to do to find her some great reads and you have helped me with some leads! Things go from bad to worse when she witnesses a burglary at the hotel across the street, and now the thief is after her. The three form an unlikely friendship as they join forces to find his attacker. Thank you for signing up! Digby ODay and the Great Diamond Robbery by Shirley Hughes and Clara VulliamyCharming illustrations in red and yellow colors help readers enjoy this story about Digbys memorable vacation. But it isnt long before the curious boy realizes that the tricky part isnt entering the enormous buildingits getting out. Sweet stories for beginning mystery readers! First editions of Angels & Demons. Its a reimagined 1826 where Ada Lovelace and Mary Shelley are BFFs and have come together to form a secret detective agency in London. The FBI hires him to help unravel a mysterious art heist which he does with the help of his best friend, Margaret. Fun fact: A.J. Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn and Jerome decide to form a club. This playfully illustratedchapter bookseriesshows kids that opposites can make great teams. But Mona Dunn doesnt always follow the rules and she befriends the curators son named, Sargent who is visiting his estranged father for the summer. The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedictby Diana Sudyka 9-year-old Nicholas Benedict, a genius orphan with narcolepsy, lives in a poorly run orphanage where hes maltreated and bullied. Peril awaits as she tries to unravel the mystery shes unwittingly stepped into. Only they dont speak Spanish all that well, and theres more to this mystery than just a stolen mask. A.J. Charming characters and gentle storylines. When she misplaces that notebook, it ends up in the wrong hands. Thisfirst bookin the extraordinarychildrens bookseries chronicles the very first attempt in the 1600s. She and Bree want to solve crimesand have their first case in their very own classroom. King and Kayla and the Case of the Unhappy Neighbor by Dori Hillestad Butler . I liked the diversity of students and thought the story was well-paced and interesting. Each book includes an afterword with facts about the book's subject; Dot & Jabber and the Great Acorn Mystery, for example, includes easy-to-understand tidbits about oak trees and acorns. What follows is a journey that introduces the brothers to enthusiastic liars and mysterious politicians. Other ghosts haunt houses and cant escape. Stilton embarks on all sorts of wild adventures with his sister Thea, cousin Trap, and nephew Benjamin, keeping a diary of his travels as inspiration for his books. You can view movies and shows in one place and filter by streaming provider, genre, release year, runtime, and rating (Rotten Tomatoes, Imdb, and/or Metacritic). Together they collect evidence and make deductions and a play. In book one. Pup Detectives by Felix GumpawSomeone keeps stealing all the lunches at Pawston Elementary, and its up to this group of mystery-solving dogs to investigate! Keep an eye on your inbox. All of this plus mathits woven in throughout to make for a fun and educational treat for bookworms. In. Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery is a middle grade mystery-comedy about a fanged rabbit who might be a vampire. Also, you can track what you've seen, want to see, like, or dislike, as well as track individual seasons or episodes of shows. The Boxcar Children books were first published back in 1942 and are pretty much considered classic mystery books for kids. Sam and Dudley are often hilariously clueless and love to dress themselves in some pretty ridiculous disguises. You see it too, right?! The Sisters Grimm chapter book series is suspenseful with lotsof secrets, magic, mystery, and adventure. The line drawing illustrations are lovely and helpful in understanding the developing plot. Ready to dive into a who-done-it, edge-of-your-seat, detective book? In this popular middle school prequel to the series, Nicholas discovers theres a treasure somewhere in the orphanage. We have two more from the series on our platform! In this remix of the classic tale, Detective Doggedly is trying to catch the huffing, puffing, house-blowing wolf before he eats the three little pigs for dinner. All of this plus mathits woven in throughout to make for a fun and educational treat for bookworms. If youre looking for a binge-worthymystery seriesto keep your kid coming back for more, look no further than this list. Tons of cool tech, amazing friendships, plot twists, plus an intriguing premise make this entire series a must-read hit. ago Teen Detective multi book series - British Nancy drew ish 4 6 r/whatsthatbook Join 10 mo. In a fresh approach to the classicmystery series, teen super-sleuthNancy, along with her friends Bess and George, must solve a photographic mystery at the local museum. While traveling down the river on a houseboat, they notice a strange car at every dock an suspect theyre being watched. The youngsleuthhelps his father, the local police chief, solve mysteries while outwitting mean bullies. He and his new friend Claire decide to investigate the secret of the ghost. She must try to solve this case while also figuring out whats become of her mother. Its an interesting mystery series. The Explorer series is comprised of three volumes to date, all edited by Kazu Kibuishi. They soon make a startling discovery: someone has buried a box of bones behind their clubhouse! Theres also a rumor that the photographer was cursed by his former partner. When two orphan siblings named Amy and Dan are told in their grandmas will that they belong to the very famous and powerful Cahill family which has several different branches, its revealed that they and the otherdecedents will either get 1 million dollars or a clue. (5) $30.00 FREE shipping. In this series, Enola is Sherlocks sister and is trying to carve out her own place in the world. The police think theyve solved the case, but they dont have all the facts straight. The letter asks each of them to solve a crime that has wronged one of the worlds greatest painters. I think your kids will enjoy these fun-to-read, action, and mystery books with fantastic characters and storylines as much as I did. The concept of this series is just so, so brilliant. There are at least eight books in the series, my favorite of which is Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery in the Locked Library. When Eddies dad becomes the primary suspect in the theft of a stolen Mayan mask so, Eddie and Jonah decide to solve the mystery themselves. rolls around town on a skateboard solving a series of BIG DEAL mysteries. I really dig the witty subversiveness of this seriess secrecy: the titles, the plot descriptions, and even the authors name are all cloaked in an air of mystery thats perfect for young mystery readers and fans of a good riddle. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thank-you for all your suggestions! Listen up, parental figures: these books are the best of both worlds. Dying to Meet You 43 Cemetary Road by Kate Klise, illustrated by M. Sarah KliseThe 43 Old Cemetery Road early chapter book series is afunnyand punny mystery adventure with a kid, a cat, a grumpy ghost with a cool format comprised of letters, emails, newspaper clippings, jokes, and more. When Kyle Keeley discovers that the worlds most famous game maker Luigi Lemoncello has made a new library in town, Kyle does everything he can to get in. To do this, they must go undercover to penetrate a shady org called the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened. Delightful! Listen up, parental figures: these books are the best of both worlds. Theres no way I was going to forget to include this series in a list of mystery books for kids. During the parade, someone steals the priceless Goblin Pearls right from under Lilys face.