The Best Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Kids' Books 2024

1. The Yellow House Mystery (Reprint) (Paperback)

Four brave siblings were searching for a home - and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate the mystery of the yellow house in the third book in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers. A mystery surrounds the old yellow house on Surprise Island! Years ago, a man vanished from the house, and no one knows how or why. Now a long-lost clue leads the Aldens to investigate the mystery--and to a new adventure! What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and classic illustrations, The Boxcar Children(R) series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.

Author: GERTRUDE CHANDLER WARNER ISBN: 9780807593660 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 1/01/1989

2. Left Behind: The Kids: Second Chance (Series #2) (Paperback)

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

3. Left Behind: The Kids: Through the Flames (Series #3) (Paperback)

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

4. Left Behind: The Kids: Facing the Future (Series #4) (Paperback)

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

This series is based on the best-selling adult Left Behind series. Readers will see the Rapture and Tribulation through the eyes of four kids who have been left behind.

5. Aliens Don't Wear Braces (Paperback) 9780590470704

ISBN: 9780590470704 ISBN10: 0590470701 Contributors: Dadey, Debbie, Jones, Marcia, Gurney, John,

Aliens Don't Wear Braces (Paperback) 9780590470704

6. The View from the Cherry Tree (Paperback) 9780689717840

ISBN: 9780689717840 ISBN10: 0689717849 Contributors: Roberts, Willo Davis,

From his favorite perch in a cherry tree, Rob sees a murder committed, but when he tells his preoccupied family, no one will believe him. "Taut with suspense, this spell-binding story carries the reader along".--Booklist, starred review.

7. Traitor: the Case of Benedict Arnold (Paperback)

Benedict Arnold always carried things too far. As a boy he did crazy things like climbing atop a burning roof and picking a fight with the town constable. As a soldier, he was even more reckless. He was obsessed with being the leader and the hero in every battle, and he never wanted to surrender. He even killed his own horse once rather than give it to the enemy. Where did the extremism lead Arnold? To treason. America's most notorious traitor is brought to life as Jean Fritz relays the engrossing story of Benedict Arnold -- a man whose pride, ambition, and self-righteousness drove him to commit the heinous crime of treason against the United States during the American Revolution. "A highly entertaining biography illuminating the personality of a complex man." --Horn Book "A gripping story. . . As compelling as a thriller, the book also shines as history." --Publishers Weekly An ALA Notable Book A New York Times Book Review Notable Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year An ABA Pick of the Lists A Horn Book Fanfare Title

Benedict Arnold always carried things too far. As a boy he did crazy things like climbing atop a burning roof and picking a fight with the town constable. As a soldier, he was even more reckless. He was obsessed with being the leader and the hero in every battle, and he never wanted to surrender. He even killed his own horse once rather than give it to the enemy. Where did the extremism lead Arnold? To treason. America's most notorious traitor is brought to life as Jean Fritz relays the engrossing story of Benedict Arnold -- a man whose pride, ambition, and self-righteousness drove him to commit the heinous crime of treason against the United States during the American Revolution. “A highly entertaining biography illuminating the personality of a complex man.” —Horn Book “A gripping story. . . As compelling as a thriller, the book also shines as history.” —Publishers Weekly An ALA Notable Book A New York Times Book Review Notable Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year An ABA Pick of the Lists A Horn Book Fanfare Title

8. The Case of the Wiggling Wig (Hardcover) 9780689800825

Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780689800825 ISBN10: 0689800827 Contributors: Hildick, E. W.,

The Case of the Wiggling Wig (Hardcover) 9780689800825

9. Height of Danger 9780671730925 Used / Pre-owned

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780671730925 ISBN10: 0671730924 Contributors: Dixon, Franklin W., Greenberg, Anne,

Frank and Joe are working security at the World Snowboarding Championship in Austria, and they're learning fast that the Alp can be as dangerous as they are beautiful, the perfect setting for sabotage.

10. Bicycle Mystery (The Boxcar Children Mysteries #15)

Four brave siblings were searching for a home - and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate the mystery of an abandoned farmhouse in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers. The Boxcar Children go on an overnight bicycle trip to Aunt Jane's! But when a rainstorm hits, they are forced to take shelter in an abandoned farmhouse. As the children wait out the storm, a most unusual mystery finds them! What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and suspense, The Boxcar Children(R) series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.

Boxcar Children Mysteries Bicycle Mystery, Book 15, (Paperback) Author: Random House Books for Young Readers ISBN: 9780807507094 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 1990-01-01 Page Count: 128