Books like The Detention Detectives
Award winning
Skulduggery
Anne Adeney, 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling magic and adventure.
Characters show teamwork in overcoming challenges.
Boosts critical thinking through plot-driven puzzles.
Ideal blend of fun and educational content.
Skulduggery
Anne Adeney, 1999
Award winning
The Mystery of the Missing Dog
Elizabeth Levy, Denise Brunkus, 1995
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Characters foster emotional development and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and enhance comprehension.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.
The Mystery of the Missing Dog
Elizabeth Levy, Denise Brunkus, 1995
Award winning
Mariella Mystery Investigates A Cupcake Conundrum
Kate Pankhurst, 2013
174 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with mystery-solving adventures.
Stimulates critical thinking through clever narrative.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and perseverance.
Encourages curiosity and investigative skills.
Mariella Mystery Investigates A Cupcake Conundrum
Kate Pankhurst, 2013
My Big Brother JJ
Odette Elliott, Patrice Aggs, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates sibling relationships and family bonds.
Encourages understanding and empathy among young readers.
Captures everyday adventures with warmth and humor.
Supports early literacy and social skills development.
My Big Brother JJ
Odette Elliott, Patrice Aggs, 2010
The Time and Space Machine : Spyforce
Deborah Abela, 2002
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks imagination and curiosity. - Features teamwork, strategic thinking, and resilience. - Supports cognitive development and deduction skills. - Engages young readers with relatable scenarios and challenges.
The Time and Space Machine : Spyforce
Deborah Abela, 2002
Lucy and the Firestone (Starters)
Polly Dunbar, Polly Dunbar June Crebbin June Crebbin, June Crebbin, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with adventurous, magical storyline.
Characters exemplify teamwork, courage, and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Fun, engaging read for early readers.
Lucy and the Firestone (Starters)
Polly Dunbar, Polly Dunbar June Crebbin June Crebbin, June Crebbin, 2004
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
Spike and the professor
Tony Hickey, Robert Ballagh, 1991
142 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative, enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters model resilience and curiosity.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
