Stacey and the Mystery Money

Reach for this book when your child is starting to navigate the complexities of community responsibility, financial ethics, or the desire to handle 'grown-up' problems independently. It is an ideal choice for middle-grade readers who are beginning to earn their own money through chores or odd jobs and may be facing the pressure of maintaining a good reputation while solving unexpected problems. In this installment of the Baby-sitters Club series, Stacey McGill finds herself in the middle of a confusing situation when she accidentally passes a counterfeit bill. The story follows her journey to clear her name and investigate the source of the mystery money. It explores themes of integrity, teamwork, and the importance of coming forward when something feels wrong. This is a grounded, realistic story that models how young people can work together to address injustice in their own neighborhoods.