Books like Solve Your Own Mystery: The Monster Maker
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
Ninja Meerkats (#8) Outback Attack
Gareth P. Jones, 2013
112 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure enhances quick decision-making skills.
Engaging animal characters foster empathy and curiosity.
Illustrates teamwork and resilience through challenges.
Encourages exploration of diverse environments and cultures.

Ninja Meerkats (#8) Outback Attack
Gareth P. Jones, 2013
Escape from Planet Bogey: (Pet Defenders 3)
Gareth P. Jones, 2017
Why to read
Exciting galactic adventure
Humorous tone that engages young readers
Develops themes of friendship and collaboration
Fosters creativity and imagination through vivid storytelling

Escape from Planet Bogey: (Pet Defenders 3)
Gareth P. Jones, 2017
Are You the Pirate Captain?
Gareth P. Jones, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts problem-solving skills.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Promotes leadership and teamwork values.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Are You the Pirate Captain?
Gareth P. Jones, 2016
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
The Legend of Dave the Villager Books 21–25: An unofficial Minecraft series
Dave Villager, 2023
406 pages
Why to read
Engages children with adventurous and creative storylines.
Encourages teamwork, strategy, and decision-making skills.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narratives.
Supports cognitive development with complex character interactions.

The Legend of Dave the Villager Books 21–25: An unofficial Minecraft series
Dave Villager, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

