children's mystery books 2000s

Filled with sight gags and lovable characters, this is a fun, hilarious intro to the rest of the series. First editions have stated "First Pocket Books hardcover printing May 2000" with a full number line on the copyright page. 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) The list spans everything from cake theft capers in picture books to art heist novels for middle grade readers. Pamela Cervantes is eleven years old when she and her mother travel to Mexico City, the birthplace of Pamelas deceased father. Will the kids work together, or will it be every child for himself? This series is funny, action-packed, and dripping with brainy girl power. Signed first editions of Angels & Demons. and a Few for Boys. Its a great lesson on the importance of honesty, sharing, and the joys of a yummy slice of cake. Includes Everything. There are so many fantastic mystery series and standalone works out there by a diverse mix of authors and illustrators. Sam and Dudley are often hilariously clueless and love to dress themselves in some pretty ridiculous disguises. and reread a book from my precious youth. Nancy puts on her detective cap to help a classmate find a stolen item of priceless value. The story includes lots of illustrations, fabulous vocabulary words explained and repeated that perfectly fit the story such as regicide, and a kid-powered plot. The series follows the four orphaned Aiden children who decide to live in an abandoned boxcar in the forest. 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. This turns out happily not to be the case, and the books that follow in the series each revolve around a mystery that the children solve together. Many of these book choices are ongoing series, while others are stand-alone novels. If your children or students havent yet read the mystery genre, these are fun reads because theyre so immersive and engaging. 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. 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. Thank you for signing up! This YA mystery chapter book features an independent teen girl and an unusual Sherlock Holmes-type boy who solve crimes in historical New England in 1892. Reporting on what you care about. I want to be Miss Marple when I grow up and Flavia de Luce is absolutely my best friend in my head. The Magic Tree House by Mary Pope OsborneA MUST-READ mystery and historical fiction series for all kids! Intended as a guide for parents and teachers in choosing books for children at specific age levels, this book provides an annotated list of over 2,000 children's books by 1,200 authors. In thisfirst bookin this action-packed, interactiveseries, twins Zach and Evie and their friend Vishal start the GeminiDetective Agency. Another Sherlock book, but with a few twists! In one story, a young girl hears a tapping noise under her bed and discovers a box with a cryptic note; inside she finds a wax doll who seems sweet at first butAnother story follows a Japanese girl whose grandmother is convinced that spirits are stealing butter from the kitchen. But, I love how Enola is an independent, smart detective in her own right. It hooks you from the first page. She starts hanging out with Oliver and his friend, soon noticing that explains that suspicious men in SUVs are following Oliver everywhere. Mr. Nothing to see at all. Can the young Mike and Kaye find who pinched the bat before their favorite team loses the game? But when Andys class pet goes missing, the two team up to find the beloved animal. Amazon.com: mystery books for kids. The cards contain a code that when entered online will reveal that books clue. Cousins Mike Walsh and Kate Hopkins manage to get their hands on tickets to the Red Sox game and All-Access passes to Fenway Park. Ali Cross by James PattersonIf you want an enthralling adventure & mystery that you cant put down, read this one next. 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). And except for the mysterious business with the glue. The Explorer series is comprised of three volumes to date, all edited by Kazu Kibuishi. 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. There are five sub-series that make up one big series and each sub-series contains multiple volumes. Something for everyone interested in hair, makeup, style, and body positivity. 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. Butterfly Gone Guppy Case #1 by Karen Kilpatrick, illustrated by German BlancoP.I Butterfly loves butterflies and mysteries. This heartwarming story is one of several in the hilarious Dear Beast series available onEpic. most on-brand/clearly formative YA books that you were obsessed with as a tween. 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (16,084) Paperback. the tall man aboriginal spirit; metadata api request failed: component conversion failed: file_ended; caleb foote sandlot 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. 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. While shes at it, shes also supposed to discover what is behind all of Anastasias problems. 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) Love this new, grown-up Nancy. 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?!) Follow along as he confronts each of his animal friends to see which one of them nabbed those cookies! A T.O.A.S.T. 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. A.J. Encyclopedia Brown By: Donald J. Sobol This process was a tricky one! Thea Stiltons The Secret of Whale Island by Geronimo StiltonMykids love these entertaining mysteries with colorful fonts and exciting adventures. 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. With the help of a new friend on the island, Percy and Digby catch the thieves. 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. Sign me up! Who is behind the kidnapping attempt? Fun fact: A.J. Theyre also a fast-paced, page-turnery blend of mystery and adventure. Theres also a rumor that the photographer was cursed by his former partner. 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. I probably read this twenty times when I was a kid. This wonderful children's mystery book chronicles the story of three friends: Dink Duncan, Ruth Rose Hathaway, and Josh Pinto of Green Lawn, Connecticut. 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. They have after all rescued a neighborhood dog, saved a small child from drowning but these kids have their sights set on solving some serious crime. Little Claudia Kincaid decides she wants to run away, but not just anywhere: shes going to run away to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and find a way to live there. When theyfind themselves in some hot water, theyll need to use their super sleuthing and spy skills to save themselves! This category has the following 10 subcategories, out of 10 total. Sherlock, Lupin & Me: The Dark Ladyby Irene Adler I totally love this mystery story so does my 11-year-old! 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. Yes please! This list may not reflect recent changes. 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. Today is the perfect day for solving mysteries and eating cheese, thinks Harold, tucked up warm in bed. Great illustrations and an interesting story. You should read these books because there are three talking cats in the series. (Next in the series: Mr. Lemoncellos Library Olympics.). They soon make a startling discovery: someone has buried a box of bones behind their clubhouse! The final clue leads them to the real culprit a raccoon. First editions of The Higher Power of Lucky. Its a delightful, aromatic mystery read! Kids will love these suspenseful beginning reader mysteries narrated byBasils friend, Dr. Dawson. But did you know that theres a newer series out for middle grade readers? The two embark on a dangerous, twisty, action-packed quest to find the 39 clues, ingredients that are the secret to their familys power. 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. $7.99 $ 7. the foursome hear about the burglary of a local jewelry store. This bilingual story is a funny, lighthearted lesson on immigration and how words sometimes mean more than one thing. Olivia Sharp isnt new to mysteryshes Nate the Greats cousin, after all! Of course, theres a mystery afoot andRollie and Cecily are determined to get to the bottom of it. The friends advertise but no one shows up except a mysterious pug who doesnt belong to them. Well there is! In The Buried Bones Mystery, Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn and Jerome decide to form a club. But theres someone in the society who is feeding information to the art thieves. She meets the famous woman reporter, Maude Collier, and two new friends who all are important to solving the case. Mystery, adventure, and humor will keep your readers on the edge of their seats in this unique story with quirky characters. 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. Big Bad Detective Agency by Bruce HaleThe Big Bad Wolf aka. Though, for Harold every day was the perfect day for solving mysteries and eating cheese. And. 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 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. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with Bring Me! I would have been all over these books as a kid, both because how can you. When we first meet Sammy in Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief, 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. The Sisters Grimm chapter book series is suspenseful with lotsof secrets, magic, mystery, and adventure. The story isnt very complex but might be fun reading for kids who like princesses and animals. Rider Woofson: The Case of the Missing Tigers Eye by Walker Styles, illustrated by Ben Whitehouse (series) Filled with lots of punny doggie words, this is a clever and funeasy chapter book about a group of detective dogs! The day Patches was stolen from Smashie McPerters class started out like any other day. Peril awaits as she tries to unravel the mystery shes unwittingly stepped into. Mary goes undercover in Queen Victorias palace while facing other issues one of a love interest and one that her long-lost father isnt so long lost after all. by Mo Willems Disney Publishing Worldwide Advertisement 3. In Basil of Baker Street, Basil must try and solve his toughest case yet: a mousenapping (hehe) with seemingly zero clues to go on! Kids love to read about Kinajous! 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!" about a couple of eleven-year-olds chasing a missing magician. Low is actually a husband and wife duo! This is one of my top picks for early chapter books! Follow her adventures in the 17 other books in this series. titles with a range of grades 57. A mystery bookstore. Start with. Yes, I am sneaking in one final Sherlock book but hear me out! TheMysterious Benedict Societytells the tale of the most inventive children who are put to the test to prove their intelligence. Theyll have to follow a trail of complicated clues and coded messages to get to the truth. 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. There he meets a unique girl named Shelby Holmes who reluctantly allows him to tag along with her as she solves her latest crime the mystery of who took a posh, show-dog from a classmates secure house. I would definitely add to your list Encyclopedia Brown Series by Donald J. Shod as well as GreenGlass House Series by Kate Milford. 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. Each book in the series is interactive and contains ten stories for readers to follow along and solve. Malcolm is jazzed to be the new fifth grade class pet at school: hes well fed, well loved and has some comfy digs. Max Finder, a self-proclaimed fact collector, is a brainy 12-year-oldwho loves nothing more than using his talent for trivia to solve mysteries. 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. Join other teachers, parents, and librarians who receive FREE book reviews and learning resources. GRADE S. 3 - 7. Listen up, parental figures: these books are the best of both worlds. 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. Newly accepted into the prestigious Explorer Academy for science and exploration, Cruz realizes that someone is trying to kill him; someone who doesnt want him finding out about his mothers mysterious research and untimely death. He proves to be every bit as helpful. 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 At least it appears he has, leaving a mess behind thats put Early and her family in danger. Its a peaceful day on the farm until a blood-curdling scream rings from the barn Hens egg has been stolen! Peril awaits as she tries to unravel the mystery shes unwittingly stepped into. , Basil must try and solve his toughest case yet: a mousenapping (hehe) with seemingly zero clues to go on! Adam Jimenez is a Mexican American author who grew up in California and later moved to Singapore where he met wife Felicia Low. That lock is a love of reading. She turns to Billiam Van Hoof, the worlds top goat detective (so he says) to find the missing egg. A fun, feminist branch-off with six books in the series. Why is he known as Encyclopedia Brown? Leroy Brown is his towns star detective, solving cases for all of the kids in the neighborhood. The boys set off to solve this strange and scary mystery and find themselves on an adventure beyond their wildest imaginations. 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. Edie thinks theres something fishy going on; that someone is trying to make Anastasia believe shes going crazy. Ive been reading mysteries (and trying to live inside a swanky museum, sssh) ever since., The day Patches was stolen from Smashie McPerters class started out like any other day. 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. doing something with soybeans in Uzbekistan. Shes conflicted about lying to this boy and her new friend because they are her first real friends and when she faces failure to complete the mission, she decides to tell them the truth. In it, Meg, her brother and her grandfather pay a visit to Megs Aunt Alice, the head librarian at a local library. Required fields are marked *. . And when their done, they can find several more from this series onEpic. Ive broken this list up into two broad sections, picture books and chapter books, with the chapter books listed in a mostly ascending order based on grade level. Mystery books for kids are great because they foster logical thinking and deductive reasoning. Start with The Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye where Geronimo and Thea find a mysterious map that leads the pair on a hunt for treasure. Vampires on the Run: A Quinnie Boyd Mystery by C. M. SurrisiIntriguing, suspenseful, and tons of fun! Olivia Sharp isnt new to mysteryshes Nate the Greats cousin, after all! The four are introduced to Mr. Nicholas Benedict; he reveals that theyve been enlisted to take down an evil force behind a mind-control plot. The police think theyve solved the case, but they dont have all the facts straight. This post was created by a member of the BuzzFeed Community.You can join and make your own posts and quizzes. ago This is a delightful mystery with some valuable lessons on acceptance and inclusion. This process was a tricky one! Sign up to The Kids Are All Right to receive news and recommendations from the world of kid lit and middle grade books. folks, are some words I can relate to. 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. The Boxcar Children books were first published back in 1942 and are pretty much considered classic mystery books for kids. In this series, Enola is Sherlocks sister and is trying to carve out her own place in the world. I love me a good mystery. This is a story about friendship, resilience, and good behavior, and it's told very creatively and imaginatively. Whats behind that stinky smell coming from Koko Dodos Cookie Shop? 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. In The Case of the Claymore Diamond, the foursome hear about the burglary of a local jewelry store. And they do solve it by finding clues that the police miss, freeing an innocent man. Its up to them to discover the person behind it. Jamila wants to be part of Bones crime-solving and together, they investigate a stolen gecko at the swimming pool, finding that misunderstanding and jealousy can turn into understanding and friendship. This wonderfulchildrensmysterybookchronicles the story of three friends:DinkDuncan, Ruth Rose Hathaway, and Josh Pinto of Green Lawn, Connecticut. The plot is really cool, about a ghost-loving girl named Eliza whose mom is a strange plant expert. Reporting on what you care about. If youre looking for a binge-worthymystery seriesto keep your kid coming back for more, look no further than this list. The mystery here is whether Sofias mom is who she says she islike from planet Earth! You knowthe one you started singing as soon as you read the title, and dont you deny it! When Tiger Lil invites Lily to be in Chinatowns New Years Parade, she of course jumps at the chance. (the Theory of All Small Things) to notice things that others have missed. So fun! Its odd. 39 Cluesby various authors (series)This series has about a billion books, so if your kids like it, theyll have plenty to read. Good, right? Ok, I cant write up a better blurb for this book than whats already been done. 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? Dink, Josh and Ruth Rose are three friends who solve mysteries in this much loved collection. This book is Free on February 28, 2023. Lizzy and Fairday discover an old diary, a picture, and other clues that lead them to discover an alternative universe where the house hasnt aged. The 5th adventure of the three friends Titus, Simon, and Finn, now preparing for the winter - but not without an exciting adventure. 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. 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. 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. In addition, you can see the most watched/liked stuff amongst your friends. Hit the comments to share your favorites. The series features 26 books, one for each letter of the alphabet. Their adventures are funny and exciting, this is a well-writtenchapter book in a new series. 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. Children Mystery Books Showing 1-50 of 716 The Westing Game (Paperback) by Ellen Raskin (shelved 9 times as children-mystery) avg rating 4.01 198,432 ratings published 1978 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 Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (Mr. Lemoncello's Library, #1) by What is going on? 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. TheLondon Eye Mystery by Siobhan DowdA puzzling mystery that only the boy named Ted who seems to be on the spectrum (his brain is different but not explained) can solve. She's a mother, teacher, author, and freelance writer. This series combines mystery, history, magic, and adventure as siblings Jack and Annie adventure through time. Sherlock Sam and the Ghostly Moans in Fort Canning by A.J. Four sixth graders have banded together to form a detective agency. It begins when a marine biologist from the Bayport Aquarium invites the two on a mission to save sharks in the archipelago. Here are some of the most nostalgic replies: What are some books you remember from your childhood? It all starts one day when an ID card falls out of Mamas purse. (2,492) $25.00. So, funny storya lot of mystery books for kids like to riff off the Sherlock thing. What her father doesnt know is theres been a man following Jada and she has actually seen her mom. There, they help a boy solve the clues to find his familys missing fortune before a bad guy gets it. Well, this picture book certainly isnt helping my theory that all pigeons are tiny cooing spies. Each book in the series is interactive and contains ten stories for readers to follow along and solve. The 30s! Nothing to see at all. 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! She and Bree want to solve crimesand have their first case in their very own classroom. Shes lost something important and needs Nates help to find it. Nancys adventures include finding her missing City Girls doll at a sleepover and tracking down the thief that stole a special basket of treats from a doggy fashion show. Start with. In. Search, watch, and cook every single Tasty recipe and video ever - all in one place! The Meg Mackintosh books are interactive solve it yourself mysteriesthey invite readers to analyze visual and written clues throughout the unraveling of the mystery. During the parade, someone steals the priceless Goblin Pearls right from under Lilys face. , the first of eight in the series, she finally gets her big break. If your child loves this, check out the next book, Farm Crimes! Feeling isolated, Bea finds comfort in the haiku she crafts in invisible ink, poems she hides in a secret hiding spot. Connect the Dots by Keith CalabreseMiddle school is even weirder when a girl named Matilda arrives. Its about a library-lurking ghost named Kaz who gets separated from his family and fears hell never see them again. Ali knows he has to try to fix things, starting by finding his friend Gabe. I presume youll now accept that Im no liar! Im a fan of Richard Scarry books in general, but this is one of my favorites. children's mystery books 2000s america undercover life of crime Juni 12, 2022. used kawai upright piano . The Higher Power of Lucky is the first in the Hard Pan trilogy written by Susan Patron.

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