Books like Mystery in the Sand (The Boxcar Children Mysteries Book 16)
Award winning
Mystery Behind the Wall (Boxcar Children)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 1973
127 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling mystery.
Strengthens critical thinking through problem-solving challenges.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Encourages teamwork and cooperation.

Mystery Behind the Wall (Boxcar Children)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 1973
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Encourages logical thinking and attention to detail.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency: A Discovery Disappears (Christie and Agatha's Detective Agency (US edition), 1)
Pip Murphy, 2022
Award winning
Marsha Is Magnetic
Beth Ferry, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and science interest in young readers.
Encourages resilience through trial and error learning.
Demonstrates the power of positivity and persistence.
Engaging narrative perfect for family reading time.

Marsha Is Magnetic
Beth Ferry, 2021
Award winning
Sherlock Holmes: The Solitary Cyclist (Sweet Cherry Easy Classics)
Stephanie Baudet, 2021
112 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with mystery and adventure.
Enhances analytical skills through problem-solving narratives.
Encourages relentless curiosity and attention to detail.
Adapted language suitable for children’s comprehension levels.

Sherlock Holmes: The Solitary Cyclist (Sweet Cherry Easy Classics)
Stephanie Baudet, 2021
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.

The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
271 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing imagination and creativity.
Engaging characters fostering empathy and emotional growth.
Encourages resilience through problem-solving situations.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

