Young Cam Jansen and the Missing Cookie

Reach for this book when your child is starting to notice small details and loves the satisfaction of solving a puzzle. It is perfect for a young reader who might feel frustrated by minor injustices or who thrives on logic and observation. This story helps bridge the gap between simple picture books and more complex narratives, making it a wonderful tool for building reading stamina and cognitive confidence. The story follows Cam Jansen, a clever girl with a photographic memory, as she helps her friend Jason solve a school lunch mystery: someone ate his cookie! Beyond the lighthearted detective work, the book explores themes of integrity, social responsibility, and the importance of helping others. It provides a safe, low-stakes environment for children to practice deductive reasoning and understand that even small problems are worth solving with kindness and logic.