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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 1985
The Mystery of the Pirate Ghost
Is a ghost haunting Boogle Bay? Otto and Uncle Tooth investigate.
48 pages· 2,096 words· Est. 24 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 162 ratings
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Books About Mystery Solving · 31 titles considered
The Best Mystery Solving Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about mystery solving? 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.
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The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Mystery Solving
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024
The Great Puptective
By Alina Tysoe · Book #1 in the The Great Puptective series
A housecat's peace is shattered by a mystery-solving puppy.
128 pages· 2,052 words· Est. 31 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 312 ratings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2014
The Ghost in the Attic
A young ghost boy and his friend, a human girl, start a detective agency to solve mysteries and find the boy's lost family.
128 pages· 11,777 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 541 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019
Thea Stilton and the Black Forest Burglary
By Thea Stilton · Book #30 in the Thea Stilton series
A stolen clock, a ticking deadline. Can they solve the mystery?
176 pages· 12,259 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 416 ratings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019
Brute-Cake
By Troy Cummings · Book #1 in the The Binder of Doom series
Strange clues hint at monsters' return. Can the patrol reunite to save the town?
96 pages· 6,390 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 565 ratings
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012
This Hotel Is Haunted!
By Geronimo Stilton · Book #50 in the Geronimo Stilton series
A ghostly figure haunts the Grand Hotel. Can the mystery be solved?
128 pages· 8,034 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,464 ratings
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002
The Journey Through Time
By Geronimo Stilton · Book #1 in the Geronimo Stilton: The Journey Through Time series
Time-traveling mouse faces dinosaurs, pyramids, and knights. Can he survive history's wildest moments?
320 pages· 24,801 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,526 ratings
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2015
The Mystery Across the Secret Bridge
A hidden structure at Machu Picchu holds a puzzling secret. What will Ethan and Ella uncover?
128 pages· 4,444 words· Est. 35 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 228 ratings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2015
The Ghost at the Fire Station
Kaz searches for his missing family while solving a ghostly mystery.
128 pages· 12,017 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 258 ratings
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013
The Case of the Phantom Cat
A haunted manor challenges a young detective's skills.
176 pages· 16,079 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 258 ratings
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Mystery Solving Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about mystery solving for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$699
The Great Greenfield Bake-Off
Ages 4–8 · 2021
Chaos strikes a kids' bake-off. Is sabotage afoot?
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$699
Keeper of the Gems
Ages 5–9 · 2023
Gems lose their shine; can two friends restore their magic?
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$3422
Scooby-Doo! The Snow Monster Mystery
Ages 5–9 · 2013
A monster threatens a snow castle contest. Can the gang solve it?
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$2993
Scooby-Doo and the Pirate's Treasure
Ages 0–7 · 2016
Scooby vanishes during a treasure hunt. Is a pirate ghost to blame?
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$2850
Scooby-Doo! Snow Monster Scare
Ages 0–7 · 2012
A snowman loses its parts. Can the gang solve the mystery?
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Mystery Solving Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about mystery solving for developing and independent readers.
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$999
Mystery Club
Ages 7–10 · 2019
A group of students try to solve mysteries and have fun along the way
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$1499
Ghost Cabin
Ages 11–14 · 2019
Discover a hidden cabin at camp filled with ghosts and secrets.
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$799
The Mystery of Meerkat Hill
Ages 7–10 · 2012
A young detective must solve the mystery of a missing cow.
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$799
The Uncanny Express
Ages 8–12 · 2018
Two sisters must solve a magician's disappearance on a mysterious train.
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$1699
The Case of the Time-Capsule Bandit
Ages 9–12 · 2013
A young girl solves mysteries in her small town.
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$699
Nate the Great and the Tardy Tortoise
Ages 6–9 · 1995
A detective follows a tortoise to uncover a garden mystery.
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$799
A Script for Danger
Ages 8–12 · 2015
A movie set is sabotaged. Can Nancy uncover the culprit before disaster strikes?
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$699
Nate the Great and the Fishy Prize
Ages 6–9 · 1984
A missing prize threatens the pet contest. Can Nate solve the mystery?
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$1099
The Clue in the Crossword Cipher
Ages 8–12 · 1967
A stolen relic, a hidden treasure, and a daring detective's quest in Peru.
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$799
The Mystery at the Ballpark
Ages 7–10 · 1995
A baseball team faces sabotage. Can the Aldens uncover the culprit?
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$499
Ghosts Don't Eat Potato Chips
Ages 7–10 · 1992
Strange happenings at Aunt Mathilda's house hint at a ghostly presence.
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$2532
The Painting That Wasn't There
Ages 8–11 · 2007
A museum trip reveals a fake art piece. Can young detectives crack the case?