Books About Crime And Justice

The Best Crime And Justice Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about crime and justice? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Trouble on the Orphan Train
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Trouble on the Orphan Train

By Marianne Hering · Book #18 in the The Imagination Station series

Time-traveling kids must clear an orphan's name and find a missing friend.

144 pages· 13,393 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 152 ratings
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Summary: Cousins Patrick and Beth step into the Imagination Station, landing on an 1874 orphan train. They befriend a young orphan wrongly accused of robbery, facing a future without a family. As they journey west, they must clear his name and unravel the mystery of their missing friend, Eugene. Can they solve the puzzle before reaching the end of the line?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

The Stranger Next Door

A cat detective uncovers secrets behind neighborhood fires and vandalism.

162 pages· 32,422 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 887 ratings
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Summary: In a new neighborhood, Alex's only friend is his cat, Pete. When mysterious fires and vandalism strike, Pete suspects the unfriendly new neighbor, Rocky, is hiding something. Can this feline detective uncover the truth and save the community from chaos? Dive into a world where a clever cat takes on a puzzling mystery, revealing secrets that could change everything.
Picture Book · Ages 5–11 · 2012

The First Case

A toad detective must catch a nut thief in a snowy forest.

96 pages· 9,483 words· Est. 1 hour read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 752 ratings
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Summary: Detective Gordon, a cake-loving toad, faces his first big case: a nut thief in the forest. As he braves the cold, he dreams of a clever assistant to help solve the mystery. Will he find the help he needs to return to his cozy life of tea and cakes? Dive into this charming, illustrated whodunnit and discover if Detective Gordon can crack the case.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

The Story of Spider-Man

A spider bite transforms a student's life, unveiling new powers and enemies.

48 pages· 5,783 words· Est. 49 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 47 ratings
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Summary: Peter Parker's ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when a radioactive spider bite grants him extraordinary powers. As Spider-Man, he must navigate the complexities of his new identity, protect his loved ones, and face formidable foes. Can he balance his dual life and rise to the challenges that come with great power?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2007

Spider-Man: World War G

Spider-Man must stop a goblin war, but his new look raises questions about his true nature.

24 pages· 1,737 words· Est. 20 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14 ratings
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Summary: Spider-Man faces chaos as the Green Goblin vows revenge on the Hobgoblin, igniting a city-wide conflict. With a mysterious new black costume, Spider-Man's true intentions are questioned by both allies and enemies. Is he still the hero they know, or has he turned to the dark side? As tensions rise, Spider-Man must navigate this identity crisis while preventing a devastating goblin war. Can he save the city and prove his loyalty, or will his new appearance lead to his downfall? Discover the thrilling twists in this action-packed Marvel adventure.
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