Books like The Ringmaster's Secret
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
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
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.

The Chicken Squad: The First Misadventure
Doreen Cronin, Kevin Cornell, 2014
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
Baby Aliens Got My Teacher!
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2014
128 pages
Why to read
- Engaging tale sparks imagination and creativity.
- Highlights teamwork, courage, and friendship.
- Encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- Ideal for family bonding through reading.

Baby Aliens Got My Teacher!
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2014
Jessica Ennis
Roy Apps, 2012
46 pages
Why to read
- Inspires with Jessica Ennis' triumphant Olympic journey.
- Highlights determination, resilience in face of challenges.
- Encourages kids to pursue sports and personal goals.
- Educational content on athletics and Olympic history.

Jessica Ennis
Roy Apps, 2012
Award winning
Eerie Elementary: The School is Alive
Jack Chabert, 2019
980 pages
Why to read
- Engaging adventure enhances problem-solving skills.
- Dynamic characters foster emotional development.
- Captivating story supports literacy and focus.
- Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
