Books by Carolyn Keene and related authors
Award winning
Third-Grade Reporter (Nancy Drew Notebooks Book 35)
Carolyn Keene, 2000
80 pages
Why to read
- Engaging mystery encourages analytical thinking.
- Features strong, resourceful female protagonist.
- Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Third-Grade Reporter (Nancy Drew Notebooks Book 35)
Carolyn Keene, 2000
The Bungalow Mystery
Carolyn Keene, 1930
180 pages
Why to read
- Engages kids with suspenseful, mystery-solving adventures.
- Strengthens analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Builds resilience and determination through character development.
- Encourages independent reading with compelling narrative.

The Bungalow Mystery
Carolyn Keene, 1930
Award winning
The Secret in the Spooky Woods (Nancy Drew Notebooks Book 62)
Carolyn Keene, & 0 more, Jan Naimo Jones, Michael Frost, 2004
80 pages
Why to read
- Engages young readers with mystery and adventure.
- Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strengthens literacy through engaging narrative.
- Highlights teamwork and friendship values.

The Secret in the Spooky Woods (Nancy Drew Notebooks Book 62)
Carolyn Keene, & 0 more, Jan Naimo Jones, Michael Frost, 2004
Award winning
Earth Day Escapade (18) (Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew)
Carolyn Keene, Macky Pamintuan, 2009
96 pages
Why to read
- Focuses on teamwork and environmental awareness.
- Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving.
- Engaging, age-appropriate language and content.
- Encourages curiosity and active participation.

Earth Day Escapade (18) (Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew)
Carolyn Keene, Macky Pamintuan, 2009
Award winning
Mikes Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Shane Clester, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
- Engages young readers with mystery and adventure.
- Enhances problem-solving and logical thinking skills.
- Features relatable, strong characters for positive role models.
- Encourages family discussion and shared reading moments.

Mikes Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Shane Clester, 2020
Mystery at Dead End Farm
Mary C. Jane, Ray Abel, 1961
119 pages
Why to read
- Engaging mystery stimulates critical thinking and curiosity.
- Characters demonstrate teamwork, boosting social development.
- Plot encourages problem-solving and attention to detail.
- Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bond.

Mystery at Dead End Farm
Mary C. Jane, Ray Abel, 1961
Award winning
Betsy Biggalow the Detective (Betsey Biggalow Caribbean Stories)
Malorie Blackman, 1992
96 pages
Why to read
- Engaging detective story sparks curiosity and imagination.
- Features relatable, diverse characters fostering inclusivity.
- Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ideal for interactive, educational family reading time.

Betsy Biggalow the Detective (Betsey Biggalow Caribbean Stories)
Malorie Blackman, 1992
Award winning
The Chicken Squad: The First Misadventure
Doreen Cronin, Kevin Cornell, 2014
112 pages
Why to read
- Engaging adventure captivates and stimulates young minds.
- Encourages teamwork and courage among readers.
- Humorous tone ensures enjoyable, light-hearted reading.
- Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
