Are you looking for mystery chapter books for your 10 year olds. Check out this fun list below.
1. A to Z Mysteries by Ron Roy
A highly popular series featuring three young sleuths—Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose—who solve a mystery for every letter of the alphabet. Lovely easy-to-read format, excellent for building confidence.
2. Cam Jansen Mysteries by David A. Adler
Follows Jennifer “Cam” Jansen, a girl with a photographic memory who solves mysteries alongside her friend Eric. Short chapters, accessible reading level, and highly engaging.
3. The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Classic cozy mysteries where four orphaned siblings solve various mysteries while living in their boxcar home. Gentle, heartwarming, and perfect for mystery fans.
4. Sammy Keyes series by Wendelin Van Draanen
Follows seventh-grader Sammy as she juggles friendships, school life, and mystery-solving. Lively voice and smart plots.
5. The Ministry of Unladylike Activity by Robin Stevens
Set in 1940, this historical mystery features three young detectives working for a secret spy agency. Clever, witty, and richly atmospheric.
6. The Three Investigators by Robert Arthur Jr.
Classic detective trio—Jupiter Jones, Peter Crenshaw, and Bob Andrews—tackle seemingly supernatural mysteries that have entirely logical explanations.
7. The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin
A standalone Newbery Medal-winning mystery about a group of heirs entangled in a puzzling inheritance game. Clever and critically acclaimed.
8. Mystery Books for Tweens Highlights
- Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum – A humorous, charming mystery with a spirited young detective.
- Puzzle Sleuth – An interactive, puzzle-filled book that invites readers to solve the mystery themselves.
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