儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 7 Max’s Story

Gratefully, Max smiled at the waiter who put a cup of coffee before him. He took a deep breath. My doctor, who also is a close friend, advised me to relax, and recommended this cruise. Max stirred his coffee. Its been far from relaxing. The first nig

儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 9 The Guilty One Confesses

On Saturday morning the Aldens leaned over the rail as the West Wind sailed into Nassau, the capital of the Bahama Islands, and docked at Prince George wharf. It will take a while before were able to go into town, Grandfather said. They need to prepa

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Singing Ghost CHAPTER 9 The Back Stairs

The Aldens woke up early. The storm had moved on, and sun filled the house as they ate the breakfast of cold cereal and bananas and drank the milk Mrs. McGregor had packed. They tried the phone and were happy to find it was working again. There isnt

儿童英语读物 The Mystery Cruise CHAPTER 11 Sailing Home

On Sunday, after the children had finished packing and eaten their breakfast, Benny said, Lets visit my favorite place. And wheres that? asked Henry. The navigation deck? No, Benny replied, grinning. The pool? Violet asked. Nooo. The dining room? Jes

儿童英语读物 The Disappearing Friend Mystery CHAPTER 7 Beth’s Disappearing Trick

The phone rang as Jessie, Violet, Benny, Henry, and Grandfather Alden were finishing breakfast the next morning. A minute later, Mrs. McGregor came into the dining room. She was smiling. I have a call for The Boxcar Helpers, she said. Its our first j

儿童英语读物 The Old Motel Mystery CHAPTER 8 The Lights Go Out

The four Aldens watched the yellow eyes, too scared to move. Closer and closer they came. All at once Benny began to laugh. Its Willie, he hooted gleefully. Henry held the flashlight steady, and sure enough, as the cat crept to the edge of the roof,

儿童英语读物 The Old Motel Mystery CHAPTER 9 Mr. Smiley

In the flickering candlelight the Aldens sat quietly at the table. The bank inspector would be there any minute. The thunder rumbled and the lightning flashed, It wasnt long before the pinch-faced man and Kay entered their room. Kay introduced them t

儿童英语读物 The Old Motel Mystery CHAPTER 10 Running Water

Rolf! Henry shouted. Look at this! Rolf stepped off the ladder and walked over to Henry. What is it? Then he saw the black tar oozing over the new shingles. For Petes sake, he muttered, planting his hands on his hips and shaking his head Who did this

儿童英语读物 The Amusement Park Mystery CHAPTER 8 A Frightening Phone Call

After their trip to the amusement park, the children hiked home. After opening the door, Benny ran in and threw himself on the sofa. I feel bad, he said. Do you have a cold? Henry asked. No. Bennys voice was muffled as he pulled the pillow over his h

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Mixed-Up Zoo CHAPTER 12 A Change of Heart

Helen Brooks faced Edward Marlow. Hello, Helen, Edward greeted her coolly. I hear your zoo has been having lots of problems, Helen said. You cant keep the animals quiet if something is bothering them! Yes, Edward admitted. But weve found the one resp

儿童英语读物 The Amusement Park Mystery CHAPTER 6 Who Hurt Benny’s Horse?

Several days passed before the Aldens returned to the amusement park. The first place they stopped was at the concession stand. Oh, Sheila said, are you children back again? Yes! Benny said promptly, hopping up on the stool. We havent been here for t

儿童英语读物 The Old Motel Mystery CHAPTER 5 Oranges and More Oranges

The next morning the sun shone brightly, but there was a nice breeze. It was a good day to help Kay, Jessie thought. The plumber had brought the missing part the evening before, and now the water was turned on. A painter went by the window. All was g

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Hidden Painting CHAPTER 2 The Painting

After dinner, when the whole family was settled in the big living room, Jessie ran up to her room and brought down the portrait. She took it over to her grandfather and held it out to him. Grandfather, she said softly. We found this in the attic toda

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Hidden Painting CHAPTER 3 A Visit to Aunt Jane

After dinner, all the Aldens sat out on the wide green lawn and enjoyed the soft, cool evening breeze. When the children told Mr. Alden they wanted to visit Aunt Jane, he agreed right away. He thought it was a fine idea. You havent been away this sum

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Hidden Painting CHAPTER 4 At the Museum

The next day the Aldens were at the museum at exactly twelve oclock. The entrance lobby was cool and quiet. The highly polished wood floors made their footsteps echo throughout the room. Henry pointed to an office to their right. They all walked to t

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Hidden Painting CHAPTER 5 Follow the Leader

The Aldens could hardly wait until it was time to go to the museum. They ate breakfast and lunch as slowly as they could so the time would pass. They played three games of badminton. Finally, they all piled into Aunt Janes car and drove into town. Wh

儿童英语读物 The Amusement Park Mystery CHAPTER 7 The Unpainted Horse

Early in the morning Henry said, You know, I think Joshua needs to know about the scratch on the dapple gray and the horse that doesnt go up and down. Youre right, Jessie said. If we go now, the park wont be too busy, will it? Violet asked. Well have

儿童英语读物 The Mystery of the Mixed-Up Zoo CHAPTER 8 Who Is Guilty?

In the afternoon the children went to the movies with Grandfather. And for a while they forgot about the zoo. But afterward, as they ate banana splits, Benny said, Could we stop at the zoo on the way home, Grandfather? Surprised, Grandfather Alden sa

儿童英语读物 The Old Motel Mystery CHAPTER 12 The Capture

Isnt that the hotel trying to buy your motel? Henry asked, frowning. Yes, Kay said. I knew of her connection with the hotel, but didnt let myself think about it. I didnt see how Millicent could be the one. I think, though, now is the time to ask Mill

儿童英语读物 The Amusement Park Mystery CHAPTER 5 Mystery at the Merry-go-round

Violet and Jessie stared after Peter as he hurried away. Will you go on the merry-go-round with me? Benny asked, jumping up and down. Yes, Violet answered, but I think Jessie and I will sit in the swan chariot. She needed to talk to Jessie about Pete