Books by Ellen Raskin

3 books · Ages 4–12

Ellen Raskin writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance, love & family.

Standalone Books

Cover of The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel)
The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel)
Ellen Raskin
For curious kids who love a good puzzle, this clever mystery follows a wife interpreting clues to find her missing husba
Ages 8–12
Cover of The Westing Game
The Westing Game
Ellen Raskin
A Newbery Medal winner, this inventive mystery gathers sixteen diverse individuals to play a dangerous game for a millio
Ages 8–12
Cover of Figgs & Phantoms
Figgs & Phantoms
Ellen Raskin
Mona Lisa Figg Newton lives with her unusual family in Pineapple, where a family 'heaven' called Capri looms. She fears
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
1 books
Figgs & Phantoms
Ages 8–11
3 books
The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel)
The Westing Game
Figgs & Phantoms
Ages 12–18
2 books
The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel)
The Westing Game

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceLove & FamilyFamily & SiblingsGrowing UpTeamwork & CollaborationHonesty & IntegrityPuzzles & Games

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