14 best mystery books for kids

Mystery books for kids often revolve around themes related to siblings, family life, growing up, and other aspects of children's lives. These books aim to engage young readers in exciting and puzzling adventures while exploring important life lessons. Here are some popular mystery books for kids in these categories:

1. "The Boxcar Children" series by Gertrude Chandler Warner: This series follows the adventures of four siblings who live in a boxcar and solve various mysteries they encounter along the way.

2. "Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew" series by Carolyn Keene: In this series, Nancy Drew teams up with her friends, Bess and George, to solve mysteries in their small town while navigating friendship and family dynamics.

3. "The Hardy Boys" series by Franklin W. Dixon: The adventures of brothers Frank and Joe Hardy as they investigate mysteries, often involving their father, a famous detective.

4. "Encyclopedia Brown" series by Donald J. Sobol: Leroy Brown, also known as Encyclopedia, is a young detective who solves cases in his neighborhood with the help of his encyclopedic knowledge.

5. "Cam Jansen" series by David A.Adler: Jennifer Jansen, also known as Cam, is a young girl with a photographic memory who solves mysteries with her friend Eric.

6. "A to Z Mysteries" series by Ron Roy: This series features siblings Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose as they solve mysteries in their town, each one related to a different letter of the alphabet.

7. "The Secret Seven" series by Enid Blyton: A group of children, including siblings Peter and Janet, forms a secret club to solve mysteries in their community.

8. "The Puzzling World of Winston Breen" by Eric Berlin: This book follows Winston Breen, a puzzle enthusiast, as he solves a mystery involving puzzles and codes with his family.

9. "The Mysterious Benedict Society" series by Trenton Lee Stewart: This series follows a group of gifted children, including siblings Reynie and Constance, as they solve complex puzzles and face various challenges.

10. "The Secret Keepers" by Trenton Lee Stewart: A standalone novel by the author of "The Mysterious Benedict Society," this book tells the story of a young boy named Reuben who discovers a mysterious watch and unravels its secrets.

These mystery books for kids combine adventure, problem-solving, and the dynamics of family and friendship, making them engaging and enjoyable reads for young readers interested in the genre.