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“Loved the book. Can't wait for the sequel!!” A tropical island, lost treasure, and a mysterious foe. Book 14 in the award-winning, page-turning Wright Cousin Adventures series. “Hang on for your life!” exclaimed Lindy. The teenage Wright Cousins are visiting the beautifully lush tropical South Pacific Island of Talofa. There’s so much to see and do…boogie boarding, scuba diving, exploring, boating, surfing, and a treasure hunt! But danger also lurks in the deep blue ocean waters. The Wright Cousins suddenly find themselves up against fierce storms, eerie lighthouses, baited ...

On a school trip to the Royal Swan Natural History Museum, Ava finds herself at the center of a heist: hundreds of invaluable bird of paradise skins from the Alfred Wallace Collection have been stolen! When she discovers a large jet-black feather, she's sure it's a clue, but the police won't listen to her. Slipping away, she takes the case to the Twitchers in an investigation that leads them to the bizarre and sinister world of fly-fishing, and to a mysterious girl with a pet Raven called Caliban and a dangerous ring of thieves and smugglers.

Things in Southwold get off to a bad start! Max has to do extra lessons while Charlie has been roped into helping with the decorating. Meanwhile Lucy loses an important race to a new girl in her school, Miranda Fitchwitherington, who seems to enjoy being as mean as possible to Lucy and the rest of the gang. And there is more bad news–when the gang meet Captain Tom, walking his own dog, Pugly, he tells them about an outbreak of pet thefts in the area.

Beware the Book Thief on Sycamore Street! Noah, Josh and Olivia are regular kids on Sycamore Street. Noah's fed up with all of the homework in 6th grade. Josh is obsessed with making cupcakes and rock climbing. Olivia is saving all of her babysitting money for a new tablet.

Tommy Riley is your average 6th grader, but not for long. He's thrust into a darkness that his small town of Pittsboro has never seen the likes of before. He hears frightening whispers, his sister is missing, his parents are acting strangely, and the new shop owner in town gives him the creeps! Searching for answers, Tommy and his friends must determine what is real and who to trust, and what they find will chill them to the bone. Tommy must find the courage to escape this nightmare and the shadows that lurk within . . .

The City Spies head to the Big Apple when a credible threat is made to a young climate activist who is scheduled to speak in front of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly. With Rio acting as alpha and a new member in their ranks, the team’s mission to protect a fellow teen takes them on an exciting adventure in, around, and even under the greatest city in the world as they follow leads to the outer boroughs, the UN Headquarters, and even the usually off-limits stacks that extend deep under the main branch of the New York Public Library.

Weatherby is a fish out of water. When she lands a scholarship to the prestigious Boston School, she's excited to be in the same world as her dad, whom she's never met, and make real friends. But Weatherby has a secret she'll risk everything to protect, one that could destroy her new life. Every member of Jack's wealthy and privileged family has made their mark at the Boston School. Everyone, that is, except for Jack, who is entirely mediocre. He's desperate to prove his worth to his influential father. But Jack has a secret of his own . . . one with the power to ruin everything.

Pull on your boots! It's winter in Peabody, Wisconsin, and there is plenty of excitement afoot at the Derwood household. Wise-cracking siblings Jack and Penny become entangled in an international smuggling operation and the nonstop adventure of cracking a dangerous case. At times, however, it is hard to decide which is a greater threat: seasoned criminals or neighborhood bullies.

В Скверном лесу царит ужасный переполох: кто‑то напал на кротика Шишу и похитил бесценный клад. У Бюро расследований объявился подозрительный спортсмен Тушкан. Бобёр Бобрович не может найти любимую тачку. А неугомонный Кролик что‑то всё время вынюхивает. Что скрывается за этими событиями и где же таинственный клад? Самые лучшие в мире сыщики кот Кис‑Кис и пёс Фу‑Фу приступают к расследованию.

Just another day in ancient Egypt for these kid detectives. Meet Zet, an extraordinary 12-year-old detective who's no stranger to cracking cases in his charming small-town setting. But now, he's faced with his most perplexing challenge yet. It's a thrilling middle-grade mystery, tailor-made for young detectives aged 9-12. ★★★★★ The Zet Mysteries: Over 1,000 Five-Star Reviews From Scott Peters, award-winning author and creator of over 300 museum and science center exhibits worldwide. You, who have dug deep and sifted hard for a story to read, have unearthed an ancient treasure: a ...

A young man born and raised in America has allegiance to his family, his faith, and the country he was born in. It's the Jihad who breaks the circle of harmony and invites Aadheen to attend a training camp in the Middle East. Aadheen, a student at the local University, is panicked over his father's insistence that he, the third child, accept the Jihad's invitation. Concerned for his future, his family, if he ignores the invitation, and his life, Aadheen contacts the Central Intelligence Agency. Following the CIA's instructions, Aadheen makes the International journey ....... where he ...

Life is filled with choices, big and small. Critical thinking empowers children to evaluate options, foresee potential outcomes, and make informed decisions. This skill is invaluable, not just in their formative years but throughout life. Critical thinkers are naturally curious. They question the status quo, seek deeper understanding, and are always eager to learn. This innate curiosity can lead to a lifelong love for learning. When children think critically, they learn to face challenges head-on, adapt to changing situations, and bounce back from setbacks. This resilience is crucial for ...

Aspiring inventor Isaac Turner lives with his dad, the Chief Horologist in charge of Big Ben. But when his father vanishes from the belfry on the night the clocks go back, leaving behind only a smashed pocket watch and a cryptic message, Isaac determines to find him. Hunting a trail of clues through London’s landmarks, Isaac uncovers a sinister plot in the gears of government and embarks on a race against time to save his father – and time itself.

Once again Indiana Bones and his bestest friend, Aisha, have to gather their wits, courage and plenty of snacks to sniff out clues and solve a twisty mystery. On the hunt for the Lonely Avenger's lost treasure, the intrepid travellers set off on another trek, this time to the Temple of Diana at Ephesus. But nothing is ever simple for our heroes, and the slippery Serpent and stinky Ringo are still hot on their tails, determined to thwart their every move.

Meet Maysa and Musa Malik. They might be twins but they are total opposites. And together they make an unstoppable team, especially when trying to solve a mystery! Maysa Malik and her twin brother Musa must solve another mystery - with the help of their neighbour, Norman, of course!

When Riley notices a new scarecrow in the field by her house, she doesn't think much of it. Until she hears rumours of break-ins across town and strange figures sighted in the fields when the sun goes down. And then one night she hears a tap at the window... It's time to get the Shiver Squad on the case. But when all roads lead them to the abandoned Darkraven Farm, will they be able to save the town from the scarecrow's vengeance in time?

What's worse, betraying your best friend, or losing your home? Poppy Parker is between a rock and a hard spot. Her new life with Detective Trey Brannigan and his mom is going great until a shy, lonely neighbor girl crashes her bicycle right outside their front yard. As the girls develop a friendship, Poppy is stunned to learn that Presley is harboring a dangerous secret that could cost an innocent life if revealed. Fighting her instinct to confide in Trey, Poppy nervously promises to keep quiet. But as more details emerge, she's soon facing an impossible choice--expose the secret at the ...

This book combines the characters from the “Gus, the Ghost-Face Dog” series with the characters from “The Dance Team Detectives.” Both sets of characters have a family connection and visit the same family ranch. The characters are older now, and their adventures are even more challenging. In the first two stories, the Mitchell siblings and cousins investigate the theft of a priceless family heirloom, and then attempt to rescue herds of wildlife from poachers.

Noah is is camped out on the couch with a cold. But everyone is talking about the diamond necklace that was stolen on Sycamore Street. His brother Josh and friend Olivia search the alleys and pawnshops. Can Noah help them gather the clues they need to follow the trail? Will the thief get away with stealing the necklace, or will the kids find the snowflake diamond and receive the reward?

Stories of Fiction, Fantasy, and Fun is a collection of 45 short stories written in the 1980's by a kid, for kids. The Author wrote these stories as a kid, to be read by kids, and read by kids to other kids. Adults may read these stories of course, but those that live in denial of their creativity will be challenged by the contents of this book. Although mostly fictional, some stories were based on real people, places, and events. Character names have been changed to protect the identity and integrity of all people, thus making each story even more fictional. Warning: those that try to ...