Ive gone ahead and included those since they do at minimum work for fifth graders. Alas, I bring you this spot-on, punny piece of plot-summary perfection from the authors website: Word on the street is that 7 ate 9. She starts hanging out with Oliver and his friend, soon noticing that explains that suspicious men in SUVs are following Oliver everywhere. Your email address will not be published. Will Private I put two and two together and solve the problemor is 6 next in line to be subtracted? See? Twelve-year-old Jin is studying at her grandparents Harlem bodega when a classmate named Alex walks in. Obsessed with travel? When they arrive on the scene, they find the store owner unconscious; whats more, his prized Claymore diamond is missing too! Youve surely heard of the original Nancy Drew series from the 1930syeah, you read that right. This is going to be another fantastic series by the talented R.A. Spratt with its crisp plotting and characters with big personalities. Theyve built a clubhouse in Ziggys backyard to serve as their headquarters and decide to call themselves the Black Dinosaursbecause whats cooler than dinosaurs? Butterfly Gone Guppy Case #1 by Karen Kilpatrick, illustrated by German BlancoP.I Butterfly loves butterflies and mysteries. The book is full of humor and mystery with a satisfying ending, making it an engaging read for young kids. In Lulus Mysterious Mission, Lulu is shocked and appalled to find out that her parents are going on vacationwithout her! He and his new friend, Hajrah, both in a special class for half the day, decide to get to the bottom of this mystery. ShawI enjoyed this book very much! 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 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. Describe yourself with the four most on-brand/clearly formative YA books that you were obsessed with as a tween. 1. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! John Watson and his mom move to Harlem. We hold major institutions accountable and expose wrongdoing. Warrenthe13th andTheAll-Seeing Eye: A Novel byTania Del Rio, illustrated byWill StaehleA quirky mystery book! Ive been reading mysteries (and trying to live inside a swanky museum, sssh) ever since.. Why is he known as Encyclopedia Brown? Skunk discovers the aforementioned cookie jar and dang it, hes going to find the thief. , this girl duo reminiscent of Holmes and Watson (yep, more Holmes stuff!) Here are few more of our favorite kidsmystery seriesbooks off our platform, all available onAmazon. It reads like a crime noir comic, the story of a plumed private investigator whos come out of retirement to pursue a birdnapping case. The kids pick the clue and race around the world, trying to discover all the clues to reveal the familys biggest secret of all the source of their power. How many of these books do you remember from your childhood? Well, this picture book certainly isnt helping my theory that all pigeons are tiny cooing spies. She meets the famous woman reporter, Maude Collier, and two new friends who all are important to solving the case. First editions have stated "First Pocket Books hardcover printing May 2000" with a full number line on the copyright page. When left to fend for themselves, they discover something very suspicious happening at the old mansion down the street, more than just losing their rocket in that yard. Each book in the series is interactive and contains ten stories for readers to follow along and solve. A fun, feminist branch-off with six books in the series. Ick and Crud are caninebest friendswho spend most of their days playing in the sun. When they open the book, theyre magically transported to India. And who will he live with now? Theyll have to follow a trail of complicated clues and coded messages to get to the truth. 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. She and her friendDontellook for clues and try to put them together to solve the crime. 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) ago Teen Detective multi book series - British Nancy drew ish 4 6 r/whatsthatbook Join 10 mo. They call him Bunnicula and introduce him to pets Harold the dog and Chester the cat. Or, at the very least, readers will think about the clues they missed and how they fit together to solve the puzzle. If you have younger readers, find good mystery picture books for them here. Things go from bad to worse when she witnesses a burglary at the hotel across the street, and now the thief is after her. This process was a tricky one! When dogs in her neighborhood are going missing, Kazu and her best friend, March plus two morekidsteam up to find clues and follow leads. Keep an eye on your inbox. You should read these books because there are three talking cats in the series. Four sixth graders have banded together to form a detective agency. So its up to a bumbling ghost named Mr. Lapsewood to find out how to stop it. Let your kid enjoy this audiobook and more by checking out theentire collection on Epic. 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. She thinks. 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. Big Jabe. Digging Up Danger by Jaqueline West, illustrated by Hatem Aly Read the mystery story that also teaches you specific writing techniques about writing a mystery story. Nic and his ghost friend Simon are bored so they dress up and pretend to be detectives. 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. I presume youll now accept that Im no liar! 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. Youll see meet a LOT of fairy tale characters in this magical town. This series features three smart kids who solve crimes and mysteries. 2000 children's books (94 P) 2001 children's books (94 P) 2002 children's books (90 P) 2003 children's books (105 P) 2004 children's books (118 P) 2005 children's books (137 P) 2006 children's books (143 P) As you may have guessed, the book titles in this series follow the alphabet: where Dinks favorite author is a no-show at a book signing. Harold steps in to save the party and the day by putting the pieces together to find the culprit of this cake caper. Start with. In this collection of three stories, their capers include catching shoplifters, pearl thieves and even more shockingly: pie thieves. When Esther and her stepdad accidentally arrive at math camp, not art camp, theyre forced to stay due to a major storm. Her new Spanish tutor and his sister ask for Palomas help to find Frida Kahlos missing peacock ring. Best Sellers in Children's Mystery & Detectives Books Top 100 Paid Top 100 Free #1 The Screaming Staircase (Lockwood & Co. Book 1) Jonathan Stroud 1,549 Kindle Edition 1 offer from $7.99 #2 Lockwood & Co.: The Whispering Skull Jonathan Stroud 1,015 Kindle Edition 1 offer from $6.99 #3 Lockwood & Co.: The Hollow Boy Jonathan Stroud 883 She is a spy. Then she discovers the homes long-lost missing heir lurking around the shadows and hiding in a secret part of the house. They soon make a startling discovery: someone has buried a box of bones behind their clubhouse! Signed first editions of Angels & Demons. She just knows shed be good at it, she only needs a case to prove it! The setting is the late 1800s in France. Maisie is our reimagined Holmes and her sidekick Eddie is her Watson; Eddie just so happens to be a dog, but hey! You should read these books because there are three talking cats in the series. I love sharing good books & fun learning resources. Today is the perfect day for solving mysteries and eating cheese, thinks Harold, tucked up warm in bed. Jada Sly, Artist & Spy by Sherri WinstonI really liked this well-plotted mystery and think your readers will, too the writing is great and the story is engaging. He proves to be every bit as helpful. 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. Tons of cool tech, amazing friendships, plot twists, plus an intriguing premise make this entire series a must-read hit. See? and go from therethere are 25+ books in this series, plenty of leads to pursue! Encyclopedia Brown By: Donald J. Sobol This fun book is part of an exciting series about the adventures of Scooby, Fred, Velma, Daphne and Shaggy as they travel around solving (not so scary) mysteries to help their friends. A mysterious ad in a local newspaper reads: Are you a gifted child looking for special opportunities? Many children respond but only four are chosen after numerous rounds of vigorous testing. pigella miraculous ladybug power. 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. Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! 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. In. This post was created by a member of the BuzzFeed Community.You can join and make your own posts and quizzes. Of all the dirty, underhanded crimes Ive come across in my life as a mystery reader, this takes the cake. by John Steven Gurney. There are at least eight books in the series, my favorite of which is Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery in the Locked Library. In this series, Enola is Sherlocks sister and is trying to carve out her own place in the world. It seems she can travel inside the paintings to a creepily silent place called Elsewhere! Do you want to find more excitingbook recommendationsfor kids of all ages? 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. How great for critical thinking, right!? The Frame-Up by Wendy McLeod MacKnight, illustrated by Ian SchoenherrCelebrating artwork, this magical mystery chapter book reveals that paintings are alive. Kindle. In The Case of the Claymore Diamond, the foursome hear about the burglary of a local jewelry store. The Case That Time Forgot (Sherlock Files Series)byTracy BarrettTwin detectives, Xander and Xena, are direct descendants of Sherlock Holmes. Her best friend has ghosted her right at the start of seventh grade and a new baby is about to end her reign as an only child. Shirley and Jamila Save Their Summer by Gillian GoerzPerfect for anyone who loves a good mystery story. Its a great lesson on the importance of honesty, sharing, and the joys of a yummy slice of cake. Mystery, adventure, and humor will keep your readers on the edge of their seats in this unique story with quirky characters. Your kid will laugh along to this sillygraphic novelas they piece together clues and out-sleuththis hapless goat detective. Thing is, Obaasan miiiight not be wrong. (I found the fonts distracting personally.) Every year, her guardian puts an ad in the papers to find her real parents. 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. children's mystery books 2000swhat is the indirect effect of temperature on orcas. But the seal show is canceled and the kids discover that two of the seals have been drugged. Melissa Taylor, MA, is the creator of Imagination Soup. Super Detectives Simon and Chester by Cale AtkinsonA new, funny beginning graphic novel! His uncles new wife and her witch sisters are up to something. Yes please! 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! You see it too, right?! 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. The illustrations are half the fun. The two end up stumbling upon a headline-making mystery in the process. This series combines mystery, history, magic, and adventure as siblings Jack and Annie adventure through time. There, she discovers a magical book, a sinister couple, a family mystery, and a new friend who loves puzzles as much as she does. Bunnicula: A Rabbit Tale of Mystery is a middle grade mystery-comedy about a fanged rabbit who might be a vampire. This is a story about friendship, resilience, and good behavior, and it's told very creatively and imaginatively. Theenjoyable action and intrigue will keep your attention throughout and youll wonder why you didnt guesstheending before Ted. 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. Just before shes about to be sent to an orphanage, she learns that she just might be a rich someones heir and have the chance to live happily ever after. Stargirl by. Meet Dot & Jabber, a pair of teeny mouse detectives who solve a different mystery in each of the books from this adorable series. 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. In book one. Another Sherlock book, but with a few twists! This site uses third party cookies for analytics and advertising. 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. Fancy Nancy: Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth by Jane OConnorFancy Nancy is now Nancy Clancy and ready for chapter books. First editions can list for around $500, to over $1200 if signed. Mr. Legend has it that two people visiting the town of Shady Oaks went missing one day, only to turn up in old photographs on display, seemingly frozen in time. It hooks you from the first page. 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (16,084) Paperback. Thats our list of kidsmystery seriesbooks! The Fairytale Detectives (The Sisters Grimm) by Michael BuckleySabrina and Daphne move in with their Grandmother Grimm and learn that they and their grandmother are fairy tale detectives for the town, which is filled with fairy tale people called Everafters. Hes so good that his own dad picks his brain every night to solve tricky cases, and hes the head of their towns police department! A mystery bookstore. Youlllove the Spanish words throughout, the well-paced action, and the characters. This means that Warren is the bellhop, valet, groundskeeper, and errand boy for very few hotel guests in the once-popular hotel. In The Buried Bones Mystery, Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn and Jerome decide to form a club. Soon the contents (some hurtful, though true) make their way to her friendsawkward! The Agency 3: The Traitor in the Tunnelby Y.S. There, they help a boy solve the clues to find his familys missing fortune before a bad guy gets it. Follow her adventures in the 17 other books in this series. to find the real culprit. Will he end up at the Rainbow Street Animal Shelter? The letter asks each of them to solve a crime that has wronged one of the worlds greatest painters. Its an excellent, page-turning mystery with important themes about family, forgiveness, and friendship. I love the series to hook readers on one a highly recommended mystery books because it keeps readers reading. Gladiator School Book 1 Blood Oath by Dan ScottThis is already a six-book series, but just came to my attention. The main characters have passion and curiosity and the plot races along with twists and turns. The festivities are soured when the birthday burros cake is stolen during a game of monster tag. The Case of the Claymore Diamond Math Inspectors by Daniel Kenney and Emily BoeverViva math! Wolfgang is the only suspect in the destruction of the Little Pigs house. shes got a lot going onshes managed to make an enemy of the meanest mean girl at school, shes been expelled, and shes living with her grandma in a seniors-only building because her mom is off trying to make it as a movie star. Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! . and reread a book from my precious youth. The heroes? You might take a look at that title and think, Is this about Vanessa in her twenties when Mr. Tweezer went rogue and defiled her face? But no, this picture book is about cat detective Inspector Brunswick. This isnt exactly your typical mysterytheres no crime to be solved, no whodunnit to unravel. Fun and adventurous! The Amelia Six by Kristin L. GraySix standout girls are invited to the historic childhood home of Amelia Earhart to spend the night. Olive finds a dusty pair of glasses in some abandoned drawer and makes a startling discovery. Subcategories. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with Bring Me! I can not wait for the next book!! Thing is, Obaasan miiiight not be wrong. This series combines mystery, history, magic, and adventure as siblings Jack and Annie adventure through time. Kids love to read about Kinajous! 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. In The Shadows, eleven-year-old Olive and her parents move into a crumbling mansion filled with all sorts of weird and interesting paintings. The Case of the Stolen Sixpence by Holly Webb Set in Victorian England, our heroine solves a mystery and helps a friend. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thank-you for all your suggestions! This one is for the really little humans so its sort of in a league of its own! We are thrilled to announce that Epic and Lumio, March is Women's History Month! He looks every bit the detective as one can as a pigeonhes got a fedora on so you know he means business. If your kid loves this, check out thefirst bookin the series, Ick and Crud: Icks Bleh Day (and the rest)! Told in a series of letters, a friendly dog named Baxter and a very jealous first petSimon the cat butt heads over their shared human: a boy named Andy. I love, love, love that he never begins a case before stopping for a snack and how laborious an effort it is for him to put on pants. While investigating, she and her turtle friend, Alfred, follow tracksanddiscover the items on the scavenger hunt. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (J.K. Rowling), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Roald Dahl), The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (C.S.Lewis). Nancy, Bess and George are sure that theres another explanation for the strange occurance. The Critter Club by Callie BerkleyThe girls in the Critter Club love animals and want to help them any way they can. And they do solve it by finding clues that the police miss, freeing an innocent man. 90's and 2000's Toys, Nostalgia, McDonalds Happy Meal items, Party Favors, and More! Fans of the mystery genre love how a good mystery makes them think. 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. Each book includes an afterword with facts about the books subject; for example, includes easy-to-understand tidbits about oak trees and acorns. Pages in category "2000 children's books" The following 94 pages are in this category, out of 94 total. We first meet Enola in The Case of the Missing Marquess. But when the lucky bat of the star slugger goes missing, the duo must first crack the case before the game begins. I loved this story and the characters and highly recommend it. The Beaverbrook Gallery paintings have strict rules to prevent humans from discovering this truth. 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 animal detectives of Gumshoe Zoo are on the case in this awesome, alliterative comic picture book. . Together, they take care of themselves and play with new village friends. Learn more at. Its odd. Self care and ideas to help you live a healthier, happier life. The premise is an orphan, Mary, is recruited by a clandestine detective agency of women, an agency who is very successful because no one would suspect women to be spies. Its about a boy, Rollie, and his friend, Cecily, whoreceive a mysterious and exclusive invitation to attend a school for budding detectives. by Mo Willems Disney Publishing Worldwide Advertisement 3. Nooks and Crannies by Jessica LawsonNooks and Cranniesis an intriguing story abouta young girl with horrible parents. Today is the perfect day for solving mysteries and eating cheese, thinks Harold, tucked up warm in bed. Why is he known as Encyclopedia Brown? This is a well-written adventure with good pacing and enjoyable characters. . Then both her roommate and stepdad go missing and she receives clues about mythological monsters, one of whom might be a murderer. Sherlock Sam and the Ghostly Moans in Fort Canning by A.J. Its a peaceful day on the farm until a blood-curdling scream rings from the barn Hens egg has been stolen! Well, except for the fact that her teacher was out sick and Smashies class was stuck with the worst substitute in the world. This is a delightful easy chapter book series. Your email address will not be published. But they neglect to tell her that their dad is in jail for the theft! Soon a town full of beasts are on the case. The Secret Lake: A children's mystery adventure (Secret Lake Mystery Adventures) Book 1 of 2: Secret Lake Mystery Adventures. Again, use your own discretion. Young Adult Junior MYSTERY books vintage lot of 7 from 50's and 60's Brains Benton Tom Swift Ted Scott Flying Stories Ken Holt Sci-Fi AuntSistersPicks (4,584) $25.50 FREE shipping The Ghost of Windy Hill by Clyde Robert Bulla, illustrated by David Wensel, Vintage 1968 Children's Spooky Mystery Books LaceTrimmedLife (387) $14.76 $16.40 (10% off) While traveling down the river on a houseboat, they notice a strange car at every dock an suspect theyre being watched. Yep. That lock is a voracious . Pants are hard! I consulted various sources to come up with the best estimates: Scholastics handy. Me, Frida, and the Secret is the Peacock Ring by Angela CervantesMystery and adventure collide with Mexican culture in this story about a girl named Paloma whose summer trip to Mexico, her deceased fathers homeland, becomes much more than asummer vacation. This book is Free on February 28, 2023. And did I mention that there are talking cats?? My personal favorite is The Mystery Bookstore, a super fun caper set in the New Orleans French Quarter aboutyou guessed it! Even better: he finds out that the rest of the classroom pets are part of a secret society called The Academy whose charge is to keep the students of the school safe. Yep. Not only is this a delightful story, but its filled with problem-solving, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning. She sets out to try and figure out who her secret pen pal might be and finds her way back to herself in the process. $7.99 $ 7. Its up to the three amigos to find out where he went. Amazon.com: mystery books for kids. 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.