Books like Mystery Cat
Award winning
Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery, thrilling twists, and educational content.
Captivating animal characters, forming emotional connections.
Enhances reading skills, encourages exploration and curiosity.
Addresses teamwork, friendship values in lively narration.

Double Booking: The Tail of the Mummy Cat
Chas! Pangburn, Kim Shearer, 2024
Award winning
The Case of the Missing Falcon (Jigsaw Jones Mystery Super Special, No. 3)
James Preller, 2004
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Relatable characters inspire adventurous spirit.
Introduces basic detective skills to young readers.
Promotes literacy through fun, interactive storytelling.

The Case of the Missing Falcon (Jigsaw Jones Mystery Super Special, No. 3)
James Preller, 2004
Famous Five Colour Short Stories: The Library Mystery
Enid Blyton, Sufiya Ahmed, 2025
80 pages
Why to read
Engages children with mystery and adventure.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates cognitive development through problem-solving.
Captivating, age-appropriate language and themes.

Famous Five Colour Short Stories: The Library Mystery
Enid Blyton, Sufiya Ahmed, 2025
Award winning
Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery at the Medieval Castle: A Solve-It-Yourself Mystery (Meg Mackintosh Mystery series Book 3)
Lucinda Landon, 1989
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging, interactive mystery stimulates critical thinking skills.
Children identify with clever, intuitive protagonist Meg Mackintosh.
Encourages reader participation with solve-it-yourself format.
Blends historical elements with fun, approachable storytelling.

Meg Mackintosh and the Mystery at the Medieval Castle: A Solve-It-Yourself Mystery (Meg Mackintosh Mystery series Book 3)
Lucinda Landon, 1989
Award winning
The Ghost of the Bermuda Triangle (You Choose Stories: Scooby-Doo)
Laurie S Sutton, 2014
112 pages
Why to read
Interactive plot enhances decision-making skills.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention.
Encourages curiosity about mystery-solving.
Fun, engaging narrative with beloved characters.

The Ghost of the Bermuda Triangle (You Choose Stories: Scooby-Doo)
Laurie S Sutton, 2014
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.

Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
Cam Jansen: the Mystery of the Circus Clown #7
David A. Adler, 1983
64 pages
Why to read
Sharpens children's memory and attention to detail.
Encourages curiosity and investigative skills.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention.
Fun and engaging mystery-themed narrative.

Cam Jansen: the Mystery of the Circus Clown #7
David A. Adler, 1983
This Book Is Definitely Not Cursed
Megan Woodward, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story sparks imagination and laughter.
Builds resilience and problem-solving skills in young readers.
Characters show teamwork, boosting social development.
Perfect for family bonding during reading time.

