Jessie grabbed Bennys hand and ran toward the dormitory. Lightning flashed all around them. The claps of thunder were deafening. Everyone scurried for shelter. Jessie and Benny raced inside the Seneca Building, just ahead of Violet and Henry. Mark Ja
Do you think well see any pirates? asked Benny Alden. He pressed his face against the window of the taxi and peered out at the drawbridge that was raised in front of them. Oh, Benny! said his sister Jessie. She was twelve, six years older than Benny.
Bennys eyes grew very round. The Pirates Gate? he cried. See? I told you there were pirates! He gave a little skip of excitement. Grandfather put his hand on Bennys shoulder. Slow down, Benny. Lets hear the rest of the story. But first why dont yall
The shorter woman spun around and dropped her car keys. The taller woman put her hands on her hips. Who are you? she demanded. Im Henry Alden. These are my sisters, Jessie and Violet, my brother, Benny, and our dog, Watch. He pointed. And that is Mrs
Apple or pumpkin? Jessie Alden asked her little brother as they sat in Cookes Drugstore reading the menu. Six-year-old Benny squeezed his eyes shut. It was hard to choose. He liked both kinds of pie. In fact, he liked all kinds of pie! Mrs. McGregor
The others gathered around to see Violets mysterious photograph, which was of the town square. In the center was the Minuteman statue. Are you sure you didnt take this? Jessie asked her sister. Violet shook her head. I didnt take any shots in town. H
There he is! said six-year-old Benny. The airport waiting room was crowded, but the Aldens all saw the man in the baseball cap. Henry waved to him. Thats Uncle Andy, all right. But wheres Aunt Jane? Jessie said. The Aldens had come to San Francisco t
Uncle Andy suggested that they continue along the wharf. Ill show you where Charlie usually docks. They passed big sightseeing boats. Aunt Jane stopped at the ticket booths to collect information. So well be prepared for our tour, she explained. A bl
Were here, Grandfather Alden said to his four grandchildren. Were at the Alamo! The Boxcar Children gazed up at the old stone fort. Grandfather had told them this was one of the most famous places in all of Texas. And theres my friend Lew Fambles! Gr
Look at what I found! cried six-year-old Benny Alden, running into the old boxcar. It was a chilly Saturday afternoon, and his sisters and brother were sitting around a card table working on a jigsaw puzzle. They looked up and smiled at Benny, who wa
Steve, are you a firefighter, too? Violet asked as they followed him. Yes, he said, wheeling himself through a side door. I used to be on active duty, until I was injured in an accident. Since then I havent been able to walk. So now I work in the off
Six-year-old Benny Alden stood outside his house in Greenfield, watching the moon rise. An owl hooted. Oak and maple trees rustled in the wind, and a few raindrops sprinkled Benny on the nose. Benny shivered. In the moonlight, his front yard looked s
Grandfather, we have to turn right at the next road, Jessie said. She sat in the front of the station wagon with a map unfolded in her lap. The Aldens had been driving for almost three hours. It was now noon time for lunch, Benny reminded everyone. W
What kind of mystery is it, Mrs. McGregor? asked six-year-old Benny. The youngest Alden couldnt keep still. He was bouncing up and down with excitement in the backseat of the family van. Mrs. McGregor, who was sitting up front beside Grandfather Alde
Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny turned around quickly in surprise. A young girl about Violets age was standing at the opened door, watching them. She was wearing jeans and a green T-shirt. Her blond curls were held back from her face with a beaded h
The following afternoon, Grandfather drove the children to the guide dog school. The Aldens looked out the window with interest as they headed up the schools long, winding driveway. A brick building sat at the top of the hill. On the beautiful green
I wish we had a mystery to solve, Benny Alden said, kicking a stone that lay in the road. Benny was six years old and liked to do exciting things, like tracking down clues and finding suspects. Bennys sister Jessie, who was twelve, was more patient.
Boy, it sure gets dark out here, Benny commented as he reached for a handful of popcorn. Quiet, too, said Jessie. Then she added with a laugh, Except for Bennys chewing! The Aldens had just finished taking turns showering in the RVs tiny bathroom. No
Turn left, said Henry Alden. Leaning forward from the passenger seat, he pointed at a graveled road. RV Haven should be about two miles down this road. Roger, said Grandfather as he steered the big mobile home off the main highway. Benny looked up fr
Violet Alden saw the little hotel first. Oh, its so pretty! Like a sunset! She was sitting in the front seat with Grandfather. Youre right, Violet. The Flamingo Hotel certainly lives up to its name! Ive never seen such a bright pink! Grandfather stee
- 儿童英语读物 The Panther Mystery CHAPTER 2 The River of Grass
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar CHAPTER 1 The Newspaper Article
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar CHAPTER 2 A Strange Visitor
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 2 Stocking Up
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 1 Going Camping
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 3 Checking In
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 4 Making Camp
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 5 Loud Dreams
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 6 The Missing Lantern
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 7 No Pancakes for Breakfast
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 8 The Storm
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 9 Grandfather Is Missing
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Girl CHAPTER 1 Surprises
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Girl CHAPTER 2 The General Store
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Singing Ghost CHAPTER 1 The Old House
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Singing Ghost CHAPTER 2 Work! Work! Work!
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 1 The West Wind
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 2 The Tour
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 3 New Passengers
- 儿童英语读物 The Disappearing Friend Mystery CHAPTER 1 A New Friend
- 儿童英语读物 The Panther Mystery CHAPTER 2 The River of Grass
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar CHAPTER 1 The Newspaper Article
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Stolen Boxcar CHAPTER 2 A Strange Visitor
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 2 Stocking Up
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 1 Going Camping
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 3 Checking In
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 4 Making Camp
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 5 Loud Dreams
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 6 The Missing Lantern
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 7 No Pancakes for Breakfast
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 8 The Storm
- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 9 Grandfather Is Missing
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Girl CHAPTER 1 Surprises
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Girl CHAPTER 2 The General Store
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Singing Ghost CHAPTER 1 The Old House
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Singing Ghost CHAPTER 2 Work! Work! Work!
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 1 The West Wind
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 2 The Tour
- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 3 New Passengers
- 儿童英语读物 The Disappearing Friend Mystery CHAPTER 1 A New Friend