Start with. Not only do the girls spy on him, but they sneak into his house, find the cheetah, and get caught!! of mystery books for kids like to riff off the Sherlock thing. And who will he live with now? The other two books in the series are Lucky Breaks (2009) and Lucky for Good (2011). Pants are hard! This process was a tricky one! You should read these books because there are three talking cats in the series. In this series, Enola is Sherlocks sister and is trying to carve out her own place in the world. Its one of my favorite books ever! The Case of the Claymore Diamond Math Inspectors by Daniel Kenney and Emily BoeverViva math! (the Theory of All Small Things) to notice things that others have missed. Each book includes an afterword with facts about the books subject; Dot & Jabber and the Great Acorn Mystery, for example, includes easy-to-understand tidbits about oak trees and acorns. 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. ADD TO CART. And except for the mysterious business with the glue. The story is interesting enough to keep reading with fascinating Amelia Earhart trivia. Sherlock Academy by F.C. Its a great lesson on the importance of honesty, sharing, and the joys of a yummy slice of cake. And except for the fact that Patches himself had become Smashies new archenemy. Patches, naturally, is her classs best hamster, and Smashie is ratherdistraught about his disappearance. Its about a library-lurking ghost named Kaz who gets separated from his family and fears hell never see them again. to find the real culprit. Ive read hundreds so that I can help you find the best, most exciting mystery book for your reader. 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. Unable to resist the urge to sniff out the mystery, off they go to the barn. Thats our list of kidsmystery seriesbooks! Angels & Demons was first published by Pocket Books, New York in 2000. See also [ edit] Children's literature List of children's classic books List of children's literature authors References [ edit] ^ "The Judy Bolton Mystery Stories by Margaret Sutton". She befriends a servant girl and the duo realizes there are mysteries that must be answered like what happened to the daughter of the manor and why did her parents send her to this family. Peril awaits as she tries to unravel the mystery shes unwittingly stepped into. In this beautifully illustrated picture bookseriously, the detail in these drawings is stunningHorace the elephant throws himself an extravagant costume party to celebrate his eleventh birthday. Encyclopedia Brown tells of the adventures of Leroy Brown, aboy detectivewho is nicknamed Encyclopedia for his wide breadth of knowledge. Free shipping for many products! Warrenthe13th andTheAll-Seeing Eye: A Novel byTania Del Rio, illustrated byWill StaehleA quirky mystery book! Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! What follows is a journey that introduces the brothers to enthusiastic liars and mysterious politicians. When they open the book, theyre magically transported to India. There are at least eight books in the series, my favorite of which is Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery in the Locked Library. For 500 years, the Cahills have been the most powerful family in the world, carefully and secretively guarding their source of their power. Shes traveling to London to track down her missing mother, but shes pulled into a kidnapping and murder case when she arrives. The Magic Tree House by Mary Pope OsborneA MUST-READ mystery and historical fiction series for all kids! a super fun caper set in the New Orleans French Quarter aboutyou guessed it! Fun fact: A.J. Each book in the series is interactive and contains ten stories for readers to follow along and solve. This firstmysteryis about a jewelry store robbery. FREE delivery Wed, Mar 1 on $25 of items shipped by Amazon. They think that he kidnapped Josephine Bakers pet cheetah. 39 Cluesby various authors (series)This series has about a billion books, so if your kids like it, theyll have plenty to read. Theenjoyable action and intrigue will keep your attention throughout and youll wonder why you didnt guesstheending before Ted. The kids are Dink Duncan, Josh Pinto, and Ruth Rose Hathaway. It requires readers to pay attention to clues, make and revise predictions using those clues, and attempt to solve the mystery before the main character does. Self care and ideas to help you live a healthier, happier life. Like, what is the secret message in a yellow blob found on a priceless Da Vinci painting? He looks every bit the detective as one can as a pigeonhes got a fedora on so you know he means business. The cards contain a code that when entered online will reveal that books clue. eleven-year-old Olive and her parents move into a crumbling mansion filled with all sorts of weird and interesting paintings. (Next in the series: Mr. Lemoncellos Library Olympics.). Young readerscan join this doggie duo in getting to the bottom of whats really going on in this seriously cutechildrens book. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with Bring Me! Theyre also a fast-paced, page-turnery blend of mystery and adventure. This series is funny, action-packed, and dripping with brainy girl power. When they arrive on the scene, they find the store owner unconscious; whats more, his prized Claymore diamond is missing too! The letter asks each of them to solve a crime that has wronged one of the worlds greatest painters. 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. In it, Meg, her brother and her grandfather pay a visit to Megs Aunt Alice, the head librarian at a local library. 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! Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery is a middle grade mystery-comedy about a fanged rabbit who might be a vampire. The Secret Starling by Judith Eagle, illustrated by Jo RiouxReaders, dont miss this heartwarming mystery about a lonely orphan girl whose unfeeling uncle abandons her. While traveling down the river on a houseboat, they notice a strange car at every dock an suspect theyre being watched. 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. Now's the perfect time to learn about some of the amazing women who shaped history, National Reading Month has begun! Written by: SirArthur Conan Doyle, Vincent Goodwin. Bones is observant and smart and while Jamila plays basketball, kids come to Bones with their mysteries. This one is for the really little humans so its sort of in a league of its own! Charming characters and gentle storylines. Someone has stolen the pastries! Things get dangerous when the police dont believe them and they discover the warehouse where the dogs are being taken. Thea Stiltons The Secret of Whale Island by Geronimo StiltonMykids love these entertaining mysteries with colorful fonts and exciting adventures. Start with The Absent Author where Dinks favorite author is a no-show at a book signing. Right now, the Black Rot is killing the haunted house ghosts. The friends realize that theres something suspicious with Olivers moms new job and boyfriend and that the bad guys are searching for a reclusive antisocial genius, Preston Oglethorpe, who went to high school with Olivers mom. 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. In The Shadows, eleven-year-old Olive and her parents move into a crumbling mansion filled with all sorts of weird and interesting paintings. Theyll have to follow a trail of complicated clues and coded messages to get to the truth. Again, use your own discretion. Of course, theres a mystery afoot andRollie and Cecily are determined to get to the bottom of it. Sofia sees the words Resident Alien on it and wonders: does this mean Mama is an alien?! How are the diamonds going missing and who is taking them? Yes please! If your child loves this, check out the next book, Farm Crimes! is a search-and-rescue dog who doesnt like that his charges, a chicken and her chicks, want to spend time with the neighbors new dog, Diamond Lil. This category has the following 10 subcategories, out of 10 total. A Cat Called Buster (Rainbow Street Shelter) by Wendy OrrJosh always sees the orange cat, Buster, sitting on the porch with his owner, Mr. Larsen. Plus,the mystery hooked me immediately. Can they figure out whos following them and what they want? In. Sheswell, fancy! 7by Craig Battle and Ramon Perez, created by Liam ODonnell Mystery fans and young detectives, youre in for some fun with this book! Will Private I put two and two together and solve the problemor is 6 next in line to be subtracted? See? Nell cant wait to tag along with her horrid and neglectful parents to Paris so she can search for her beloved former nanny Pear who shes convinced is missing since Pear hasnt written in months. Teens Lucy, Anthony, and George badly need money for their ghost-hunting agency, Lockwood & Co., so they take a perilous job that, if the ghosts have their way, may just be their last. The kids go undercover at the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened to succeed. Super Detectives Simon and Chester by Cale AtkinsonA new, funny beginning graphic novel! My kids read them all more than once we highly recommend this series about a group of crime-solving friends. Explorer: The Mystery Boxes is a creative, clever collection of stories about boxes of mysterious origin, but the stories could not be more different both in written content and artistic style. Its an excellent, page-turning mystery with important themes about family, forgiveness, and friendship. She turns to Billiam Van Hoof, the worlds top goat detective (so he says) to find the missing egg. So its up to a bumbling ghost named Mr. Lapsewood to find out how to stop it. I would definitely add to your list Encyclopedia Brown Series by Donald J. Shod as well as GreenGlass House Series by Kate Milford. Crime Biters: My Dog Is Better Than Your Dog by Tommy GreenwaldThis is a funny beginning chapter book about a boy who is convinced (rightly so?!) I'd like to receive the free email course. Please try again. I presume youll now accept that Im no liar! This heartwarming story is one of several in the hilarious Dear Beast series available onEpic. and reread a book from my precious youth. The Curious Cat Spy Club by Linda Joy Singleton What a fantastic new book series my daughter and I devoured this first book. $7.99 $ 7. The final clue leads them to the real culprit a raccoon. : The Moo-serious Disappearance of Cow on Epic. Estimated price range for a first edition: $66 to $275. 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 list of books starts with beginning chapter books for children ages 6, 7, and 8, then continues to middle-grade books for readers ages 9, 10, 11, and 12, and finishes with YA books for teen readers ages 13 and up. Soon the contents (some hurtful, though true) make their way to her friendsawkward! There are five sub-series that make up one big series and each sub-series contains multiple volumes. The series features 26 books, one for each letter of the alphabet. Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #1-4. Includes Everything. This content contains affiliate links. Take a look at our picks for the best kidsmystery seriesbooks below! She soon discovers that there are clues to her fathers mysterious disappearance and she may be the only one who can crack them. The series features 26 books, one for each letter of the alphabet. When she misplaces that notebook, it ends up in the wrong hands. 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. Its one of my favorite books, I probably read this twenty times when I was a kid. Tons of cool tech, amazing friendships, plot twists, plus an intriguing premise make this entire series a must-read hit. picture books. She and her friendDontellook for clues and try to put them together to solve the crime. Including the FBI when theres an art heist at the museum his mother works at. The Legend of Diamond Lil: A J.J. Tully Mystery (J. J. Tully Mysteries) by Doreen Cronin, illustrated by Kevin CornellJ.J. When they arrive on the scene, they find the store owner unconscious; whats more, his prized Claymore diamond is missing too! How did his cousin disappear from a closed pod ontheLondon Eye? Nic and his ghost friend Simon are bored so they dress up and pretend to be detectives. : The Moo-serious Disappearance of Cow, The 39 Clues: The Cahill Files, Book #1: Operation Trinity. With the help of a new friend on the island, Percy and Digby catch the thieves. And, every year, imposters answer the ad. There are so many fantastic mystery series and standalone works out there by a diverse mix of authors and illustrators. Follow her adventures in the 17 other books in this series. Then both her roommate and stepdad go missing and she receives clues about mythological monsters, one of whom might be a murderer. If your children or students havent yet read the mystery genre, these are fun reads because theyre so immersive and engaging. In it, Meg, her brother and her grandfather pay a visit to Megs Aunt Alice, the head librarian at a local library. Children 2000s Books Showing 1-50 of 1,203 Welcome to the School by the Sea (Maggie Adair, #1) by Jenny Colgan (shelved 1 time as children-2000s) avg rating 3.66 5,580 ratings published 2008 Want to Read Rate this book 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars The Mystery of the Runaway Ghost (The Boxcar Children, #98) Will they find the culprit? Its not him! Maisie is our reimagined Holmes and her sidekick Eddie is her Watson; Eddie just so happens to be a dog, but hey! Smashie McPerter and the Mystery of Room 11 by N. Griffin, illustrated by Kate HindleyFalsely accused of stealing the class 11 hamster, who she admittedly doesnt like, third-grader Smashie decides to find the real thief and clear her name. Great Auntie Tiger Lil decides its up to her to find the thieves and invites young Lily along for the ride. Note: this book is one in a series, but this is the only one Id classify as a mystery. This year is no different for imposters but this year, Minerva has two friends her own age. You can join and make your own posts and quizzes. In thisfirst bookin this goofball detective series, kids can follow along as a potted flytrap (ahem thatsInspectorFlytrap!) Mystery by James Ponti Captivating from the first page, 12-year old Florian Bates uses his brilliant, observing brain to implementT.O.A.S.T. Yep. The mystery here is whether Sofias mom is who she says she islike from planet Earth! Minerva and her friends not only run off the imposters but discover answers about Minervas past. And they do solve it by finding clues that the police miss, freeing an innocent man. Could the key belong to this house? Kids will love these suspenseful beginning reader mysteries narrated byBasils friend, Dr. Dawson. 90's and 2000's Toys, Nostalgia, McDonalds Happy Meal items, Party Favors, and More! Its a sweet story of animal love and family closeness. But when the lucky bat of the star slugger goes missing, the duo must first crack the case before the game begins. ago Teen Detective multi book series - British Nancy drew ish 4 6 r/whatsthatbook Join 10 mo. By: Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo (2016) See full review Read or buy BOOK The One and Only Ivan age 8+ Heartwarming story of a heroic, artistic, captive gorilla. In this case, theyre determined to discover the cause of the ghostly sounds from an abandoned military fort. Theyve built a clubhouse in Ziggys backyard to serve as their headquarters and decide to call themselves the Black Dinosaursbecause whats cooler than dinosaurs? While out delivering food to a womans shelter, the girls meet Elvin, a homeless boy whose grandfather was attacked in a community garden. A. Aesop's Fables (Pinkney book) Albidaro and the Mischievous Dream; The Amber Spyglass; The Art of Keeping Cool; The Austere Academy; Awful End; B. If you like exciting, heartwarming mysteries, youll love this story. The day Patches was stolen from Smashie McPerters class started out like any other day. The Whodunit Detective Agency The Diamond Mystery by Martin Widmark, illustrated by Helena WillisFriends and kid detectives, Jerry and Maya, go undercover in a jewelry store to figure out which of the three employees is stealing diamonds from the owner. Nothing to see at all. West Meadow Detectives: The Case of the Snack Snatcher by Liam ODonnell, illustrated by Aurelie GrandMyrons new school isnt too bad because theres a mystery who is stealing the snacks every morning? The Explorer series is comprised of three volumes to date, all edited by Kazu Kibuishi. How many of these books do you remember from your childhood? I would have been all over these books as a kid, both because how can you. I love me a good mystery. 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). The Philly Fake Ballpark Mysteries by David A. Kelly, illustrated by Mark MeyersNot only is this a well-written mystery, but I also loved how the author included so much history within the story. And they dont reappear. Once at the Countesss home, she must use her detective skills to figure out what is going on with the disappearing kids and scary Countess. $17.50 + $5.05 shipping. He and his assistant Nelson take a trip to the art museum where they find something missing from a very famous painting. Its set in Singapore, our sleuth Samuel Tan Cher Lock (aka Sherlock Sam) is a 10 year old foodie, and his sidekick is a robot named Watson. You should read these books because there are three talking cats in the series. Nancy puts on her detective cap to help a classmate find a stolen item of priceless value. (This is part of a mystery chapter book series, but you can read it out of order.). Im a fan of Richard Scarry books in general, but this is one of my favorites. The first book, The Maze of Bones, introduces us to Amy and Dan Cahill, a brother and sister duo who learn that their family is the most influential in all of history. Sam Cat and Dudley Pig are these cute and quirky animal sleuths who do cute and quirky detective things. They dont expect to find themselves involved in an even large mystery having to do with priceless works of art. But it isnt long before the curious boy realizes that the tricky part isnt entering the enormous buildingits getting out. This mystery story is one of thebest booksforyoung readerswho seek the challenge to solve seemingly unsolvable cases. Low. Input your search keywords and press Enter. (Free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers.). I love sharing good books & fun learning resources. She sneaks back to her uncles dilapidated manor house, where she meets a new friend named Peter. They decide theyre going to nab themselves a bank robber but get in the way of the police. Next we meet Petra Andalee and Calder Pillay, students in the same sixth grade class who arent exactly friends. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Sign me up! 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. The Beaverbrook Gallery paintings have strict rules to prevent humans from discovering this truth. Shirley and Jamila Save Their Summer by Gillian GoerzPerfect for anyone who loves a good mystery story. She is a spy. 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. Totally entertaining and very well-written. Your kid will laugh along to this sillygraphic novelas they piece together clues and out-sleuththis hapless goat detective. The problem is Aunt Alice has gone missing, but she has left behind a trail of clues that lead Meg & company to the library. (I found the fonts distracting personally.) Learn more at. At first, Simon isnt happy about Andy adopting Baxter at his second home. This wonderful children's mystery book chronicles the story of three friends: Dink Duncan, Ruth Rose Hathaway, and Josh Pinto of Green Lawn, Connecticut. Ali knows he has to try to fix things, starting by finding his friend Gabe. Children's detective/mystery type series featuring group of kids - read in the UK early 80s 1 5 r/whatsthatbook Join 9 mo. Scooby and Shaggy are playing with their friend Billy when his tooth mysteriously goes missing! He and his new friend, Hajrah, both in a special class for half the day, decide to get to the bottom of this mystery. 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. The Amelia Six by Kristin L. GraySix standout girls are invited to the historic childhood home of Amelia Earhart to spend the night. 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. 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. Dink, Josh and Ruth Rose are three friends who solve mysteries in this much loved collection. I consulted various sources to come up with the best estimates: Scholastics handy Book Wizard tool; the Renaissance Accelerated Reader Bookfinder; conversations with local librarians and, of course, input from parents. she notices the same symbol that is on the key her mom left her. Listen up, parental figures: these books are the best of both worlds. Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek LandySkulduggery is a skeleton but hes also a detective who solves crimes in the magical world. Check out these kidsmystery seriesbooks, both on and off our platform! In The Buried Bones Mystery, Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn and Jerome decide to form a club. Another Sherlock book, but with a few twists! The Meg Mackintosh books are interactive solve it yourself mysteriesthey invite readers to analyze visual and written clues throughout the unraveling of the mystery. It is just so good! Youlllove the Spanish words throughout, the well-paced action, and the characters. , this girl duo reminiscent of Holmes and Watson (yep, more Holmes stuff!) Obsessed with travel? The Haunted Library by Dori Hillestad ButlerMy 9-year-old daughter and I loved this entertaining new series about a boy ghost, Kaz, who is blown away from his family and into a new haunt a library. Only they dont speak Spanish all that well, and theres more to this mystery than just a stolen mask. Butterfly Gone Guppy Case #1 by Karen Kilpatrick, illustrated by German BlancoP.I Butterfly loves butterflies and mysteries. This post was created by a member of the BuzzFeed Community.You can join and make your own posts and quizzes. The animal detectives of Gumshoe Zoo are on the case in this awesome, alliterative comic picture book. Still, Nancy remains ever the resourceful little sleuth and always cracks the case. A Cat Called Buster (Rainbow Street Shelter), Snoop Troop It Came from Beneath the Playground, The Seals That Wouldnt Swim, Field Trip Mysteries, The Legend of Diamond Lil: A J.J. Tully Mystery (J. J. Tully Mysteries), Thea Stiltons The Secret of Whale Island, The Whodunit Detective Agency The Diamond Mystery, Me, Frida, and the Secret is the Peacock Ring, The Case That Time Forgot (Sherlock Files Series), Warrenthe13th andTheAll-Seeing Eye: A Novel, Eddie Red Undercover Mystery in Mayan Mexico, What Parents Need to Know About Kids Reading Ebooks, Logic 3D Four-in-a-Row Game: Stratos Spheres, Picture Books to Teach Sequencing & Beginning, Middle, and End, Writing Contests for Kids (and Other Ways To Get Published). She and Bree want to solve crimesand have their first case in their very own classroom. Let us know in the comments below! Adam Jimenez is a Mexican American author who grew up in California and later moved to Singapore where he met wife Felicia Low. This book is Free on February 28, 2023. This is one of my top picks for early chapter books! While you read, youre prompted to flip to the back to learn about writing a spooky setting, using figurative language, creating a culprit, creating clues, and much more. In. and a Few for Boys. Isnt that cool? And did I mention that there are talking cats?? Children's Science Fiction of the 2000s (2000-2009) Science fiction picture books, novels, or short story collections for children and young adults first published in the 2000s (2000-2009). In this particular adventure, they are at the aquarium to see a seal show. Your email address will not be published. They soon make a startling discovery: someone has buried a box of bones behind their clubhouse! Err, paws. This is the start of a clever, wacky series starring the mastersleuthand his assistant, Nina the Goat, as he cracks unsolved cases in his community. Filled with sight gags and lovable characters, this is a fun, hilarious intro to the rest of the series. Jimenez plus Felicia Low = A.J. The friends advertise but no one shows up except a mysterious pug who doesnt belong to them. We won't send you spam. Youve surely heard of the original Nancy Drew series from the 1930syeah, you read that right. The two put their heads together to figure out what happened in this charming story about art, teamwork and a very sneaky caterpillar. They help her find Nell and uncover the truth about her parents and their connection to the moldy bread. Its an interesting mystery series. The concept of this series is just so, so brilliant. The books are about globetrotting mouse Geronimo Stilton, a best-selling author, investigative reporter and editor for the Rodent Gazette in New Mouse City, Mouse Island. Olive finds a dusty pair of glasses in some abandoned drawer and makes a startling discovery. Listen up, parental figures: these books are the best of both worlds. Maggie gets to attend regular high school in New York City in order to befriend the son of a writer who is about to expose their spy network. In the mystery books below, youll find stories with puzzles or crimes where amateur or professional detectives must overcome obstacles, notice clues, follow leads, ignore red herrings, and solve the crime or mystery. This means that Warren is the bellhop, valet, groundskeeper, and errand boy for very few hotel guests in the once-popular hotel. (5) $30.00 FREE shipping.
