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As I was looking at some of my books the other day I realized I was beginning to get a collection of mysteries that would be great for readers who are looking for something a bit longer to read.
Some of the series here are perfect because the structure stays the same, they become familiar with characters, there aren't multiple story strands, it's just a new problem/solution the reader encounters.
With a mix of human and animal characters, everyone will find a fun series to get lost in.
The Case of the Missing Carrot Cake
The Case of the Poached Egg
written by Robin Newman
illustrated by Deborah Zemke
Detectives Wilcox and Griswold are on the case for all missing food around this farm. Filled with puns, this mystery series is sure to make readers laugh while they figure out the culprit.
King and Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats
King and Kayla and the Case of the Secret Code
written by Dori Hillestad Butler
illustrated by Nancy Meyers
Young readers will love meeting King - he's a dog that loves hunting down clues to solve a mystery - unless a bit of food distracts him!
The Buddy Files series
written by Dori Hillestad Butler
illustrated by Jeremy Tugeau
Once readers are comfortable with the Kayla and King series, they'll be ready to meet Buddy. He's actually King, but has a new owner and now a new name. But he's the same distractible dog who loves solving mysteries. This series is a bit longer than the other, but has lots of supports for readers.
Rider Woofson series
written by Walker Styles
illustrated by Ben Whitehouse
The PI Pack is on the case - no mystery is too small for these pups! I love the variety of mysteries in this series.
Inspector Flytrap series
written by Tom Angleberger
illustrated by Cece Bell
I love how each chapter is its own story - reminds me just a bit of the Encyclopedia Brown series!
Lou Lou and Pea and the Mural Mystery
written by Jill Diamond
illustrated by Lesley Vamos
This is the first book in the series and I'm anxiously waiting more! This one is starting to cross into middle grade territory with its complexity, but will be great for older readers who still need a larger font, illustrations and clear characters, problems/solutions.
What are your favorite mysteries? Leave titles in the comments so we can all find new books to add to our collections!
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I still need to read Lou & Pea. I have read all the others and I have a number of kids begging for more copies of Robin Newman's books at their school library. Thanks for sharing titles this way.
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