Books like The Absent Author (A to Z Mysteries)
Award winning
The Canary Caper (A to Z Mysteries)
Roy Ron, 1998
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Develops attention to detail through clue-finding.
Stimulates imagination with unique character interactions.
Encourages sequential reasoning and literacy.

The Canary Caper (A to Z Mysteries)
Roy Ron, 1998
Award winning
Capital Mysteries #5: Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb?
Roy Ron, 2005
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Relatable characters foster emotional connection and empathy.
Historical context enriches educational value.
Encourages curiosity and investigative thinking.

Capital Mysteries #5: Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb?
Roy Ron, 2005
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
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
Violet and the Mummy Mystery (Violet Investigates Book 4)
Harriet Whitehorn, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Vivid and relatable protagonist sparks imagination.
Cultivates critical thinking through compelling narrative.
Encourages interactive and educational reading sessions.

Violet and the Mummy Mystery (Violet Investigates Book 4)
Harriet Whitehorn, 2023
Award winning
Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled mystery sparks curiosity and engagement.
Characters model resilience and resourcefulness.
Supports development of analytical and deductive skills.
Enhances vocabulary through context-rich storylines.

Kate on the Case
Hannah Peck, 2021
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.

Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
Award winning
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge
John Green, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous storyline perfect for young readers.
Characters model teamwork, resilience, and curiosity.
Encourages deductive reasoning and investigative skills.
Combines humor with educational content seamlessly.

