Detective Mysteries Kids

What would summer camp be without a good case of poison ivy? When Rebekah's best friend, Mouse, can't stop itching his arm, she insists that he needs a visit to the nurse's cabin. While inside, she can't help but notice all the strange bottles and the smell! Good grief! The smell of the stuff she puts on the camper's ailments is disgusting. Rebekah may have thought the day's events odd but not too mysterious until she saw the glow... That's when everything changed, and she knew that she had another mystery on her hands.

Dive into an enthralling tale of bravery, friendship, and unexplained phenomena with "Mystery of the Haunted Lighthouse in San Diego: Two Junior Sleuths on the Case." In the bustling streets and shadowy corners of Old Town San Diego, a story unfolds that will captivate the hearts and minds of young adventurers everywhere. Meet Jack Dixon and Scott Thompson, two daring friends with an insatiable appetite for adventure and mystery. When rumors of a haunted lighthouse reach their ears, they know they've stumbled upon their biggest case yet. Determined to uncover the truth, Jack, the thoughtful...

Blondie McGhee here with another case to solve. Mayor Lerky invites me to be a Junior Mover and Shaker, which means I get to help design the Thanksgiving float, that is if someone doesn't ruin the float first. Will I be able to crack this case before the parade or will this case gobble me up?

Will Harley Uncover the Emerald Tablets of Egypt, before it’s too late? Harley James finds herself in the fabled Pyramids of Giza, facing a familiar enemy…none other than Magnus Murdoch. When the legendary Emerald Tablets of Egypt go missing, Harley must use everything in her power to solve the riddles of the past in order to save the tablets from being used for their mind control power. Follow along with Harley as she navigates the hidden tunnels beneath the pyramids, solves ancient riddles, and uncovers the secrets of ancient Egypt. If you love kids mystery stories, grab a copy and ...

Hello, I’m Star. I’m smart, I’m green, and I love nothing more than collecting beautiful objects and hiding them in my secret lair. Unfortunately, my family of two-legs doesn’t always appreciate my hobby. Well, they don’t understand the art of collecting like I do, do they!? Just imagine, I take one little ornament from the Christmas tree and the mum two-legs says, “Star! You naughty cat!” Hey, do they really expect me to leave all the purrfect shiny thingies on the tree? Ok, ok, I admit. I could try leaving them alone. But honestly, what kitty could resist such temptation? ...

Ridley Pearson brings us the origins of the rivalry between literature's most famous enemies - Sherlock Holmes and James Moriarty - told from the perspective of James' observant little sister, Moria. Before James grew up to be a ruthless, remorseless villain, he was a curious boy from Boston, with a penchant for trouble and an acid tongue. Thrown into a boarding school against his wishes, James winds up rooming with a most unlikely companion: a lanky British know-it-all named Sherlock Holmes.

Get ready for another collection of exciting and humorous short stories with "The Remarkable Tales of the Home Town Heroes - Book #3". This five-story book is perfect for children aged 9 to 12, but readers of all ages will be captivated by the stories of four best friends (Tom, Jack, Alex and Ben) who embark on adventures and navigate challenges together. The Submarine Saga: A trip to a nearby lake leads the friends to discover a hidden underwater world. They team up with aquatic creatures to defend the underwater city from an evil force, learning the importance of friendship, loyalty, ...

Whispers in the Shadows, Secrets in the Light The first book in the 7 book series Eldertown, a serene coastal town, is known for its bustling harbor and the iconic Eldertown Lighthouse. But as dusk embraces the town, an unsettling mystery unfolds. The lighthouse, which has guided sailors for generations, has begun to dim. Its radiant beam, once a symbol of hope and guidance, now casts a feeble glow, leaving ships at the mercy of the treacherous rocks below. Lucy, with her emerald eyes that mirror the twilight, Jasmine, the pragmatic investigator, and Ethan, the ever-curious observer, find ...

This audiobook bundle includes favorite I Can Read! titles from your VeggieTales heroes, Detectives Bob and Larry.

Frankie Sparrow is back alongside his Uncle Charlie as the Private Investigator's take on a new case which might just prove to be their most dangerous to date. Mr Crinklebottom will stop at nothing to tear down the trees which nest The Bird Stop Cafe. He always gets his own way no matter who gets hurt and the trees are the only thing standing between him and making a huge pile of cash. Can Frankie and Uncle Charlie stop the Crinklebottom curse and save the trees, or is this a challenge too far? Throw in a massive, angry cat and some mischievous magpies and the Private Investigators have ...

What started out as fun just turned dangerous. When 14-year-old Jeffrey's high school teacher hires him to find the driver responsible for a hit-and-run car accident, he thinks it's an easy case—until his investigation leads to a harrowing encounter with a ruthless criminal and the clues to an ancient treasure. Now he and his friends Pablo, Marisol, and Susie are in a race against time with a trio of sinister treasure hunters who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the prize. Exciting Mystery Books for Kids, Teens, and Everyone in Be-Tween! If you like action-packed stories of ...

The man knocking at the door of 221 Baker Street has lost his head and is out of his mind with worry! A major scandal is brewing at the museum, and only Joe Sherlock can save Mr. Klopper from certain ruin. In this hushed underworld of eerie tombs, pickled kings, and water-filled surgical gloves, Joe finds his creepiest, most wrinkled-up case ever.

It's the start of a new year, full of possibilities and potential, but Annabella is stuck at home with flu and Leger is happy to sleep on her lap while she recovers - but when he finds two crimes are committed within minutes of each other, his detective instincts kick in. While Hugh braves blizzard conditions to help out at the scene of a hit and run, Leger finds an elderly man has been beaten and left for dead. Wondering if the two crimes could be linked, Leger struggles to piece the events of that day together and is hindered by meddling humans, freezing conditions and the disappearance ...

The second of the Leger Hotel Mysteries Series sees an unexpected visitor with a massive grudge against Leger arrive - his son, August. Confused when August first arrives at the hotel, Leger asks how the young tomcat made the journey from Glasgow. He learns that August travelled with Verity, the sister of the man who attacked Hugh almost two years ago. Unaware who Verity is, Annabella and Hugh give her a job at the hotel but alarm bells ring when the young girl falls victim to one crime after another. Leger suspects she is conning her trusting employers and friends out of money. August is ...

Ricky’s been anticipating his class’s field trip to New York City for ages, but he hadn’t counted on having to bring his six-year-old brother, Joel. Ricky just knows that Joel will get into trouble, but when Joel disappears, it is more terrifying than Ricky could have imagined! Ricky must brave the streets of Manhattan—and the people he finds there—to locate his little brother before something even worse happens….

Welcome to Willow Creek—a town wrapped in mystery, shadowed by secrets, and brought to life by one unforgettable eleven-year-old detective named Sky Jenkins. In Sky the Sneaky Sleuth: An Energetic, Mischief-Filled Adventure!, you’ll follow Sky and her friends as they unravel a hidden past, uncover ancient artifacts, and face a secret society bent on controlling powerful magic. With a heart full of courage and a mind sharp as a detective’s magnifying glass, Sky leads her team through thrilling midnight chases, haunted woods, cryptic codes, and dangerous battles—all while navigating ...

Welcome to the town of Willow Creek, where the laundry isn’t just clean — it’s magical. Eleven-year-old Sky is no ordinary kid. With bright red hair, quick wit, and a heart full of courage, she’s about to uncover a world beyond the spin cycle — where socks disappear, jeans vanish, and a mischievous Laundry Master threatens to unravel the fabric of both her town and a hidden magical realm. Join Sky and her friends Felix and Harper on a whirlwind adventure full of friendship, mystery, and magic. Are you ready to spin the cycle?

Are you a Law & Order Junkie? Then take the challenge. Read each chapter. Find the evidence. Solve the case. Become a Couch Detective.

Desmond and his friends Corin and Diego are psyched about their trip to Rome. While Desmond’s parents, world-famous archeologists, are there for a couple of weeks unveiling their latest museum exhibit, the kids figure they’ll see the sights, hang out together, maybe grab some authentic Italian pizza. But when the kids find an ancient treasure map hidden in Desmond’s parents’ exhibit, what had been a carefree romp across one of the world’s oldest cities quickly turns into the quest of their young lives. Do the map and the other clues they find hidden along the way really point to a...

Don Kane lost his long time job as the go-to guy for detective fiction at the Who Done It bookstore in Pasadena, California. With three young daughters and an ambitious wife to support him, he applied his knowledge of the classics to remake himself in the tradition of his fictional heroes. With no clients beating a path to his door and mounting bills to pay, Kane's on the verge of calling it quits when his kindly landlord is mugged by a kid with an ivy tattoo, propelling Kane, ready or not, into the real world of private investigation.