After the day in the lumber camp, the morning seemed to come in no time. Then men were awake and working before the sun. When everyone was dressed, Joe took the children to find the boss. I wonder if you ever heard of a man named Bill McGregor, he sa
Its better to lose the food than the tents, isnt it, Joe? asked Jessie. It certainly is, answered Joe, feeding the fire. We will get along all right for one night. This rain will stop as suddenly as it began. I think by tomorrow morning we can get ba
The next day was fine, just as Joe had said. It was so fine that the children could hardly believe there had been such a storm. But how hungry they were! No breakfast today, Joe called in a loud voice. Think you can take it? Oh, sure, said Benny. But
It was true. Benny was not there. Oh, what has happened to Benny? said Jessie, beginning to cry. Now, dont lets get upset, said Joes strong voice. I think I know what has happened. Benny has gone off by himself to find the hermit. He hasnt been gone
The next day the children were up early. They had breakfast. They made their beds. We ought to go down to see Rita the first thing we do, said Violet. We were not very polite to her yesterday. All we could think of was Benny. Very well, said Alice la
Right away, the children wanted to go to see Rita again. Leaving the money in the tin box in the kitchen cupboard, the whole family almost ran up the road. We want to go into the woods again, Rita, Jessie called. We want to talk with Dave Hunter. Do
The family sat down on the steps the next morning after breakfast. I want to go home, said Benny suddenly. We all want to go home, said Henry. But how can we? We cant take Bill in a canoe. Four people are too many. Well have to get to Mr. Longs store
The family had not gone very far when suddenly Joe stopped the car by the side of the road. Whats the matter? asked Henry. Bills getting too tired, answered Joe quietly. This is all too much of a change for him. Im going to fix a bed on the back seat
CHAPTER 12 Eight in the Family Grandfather was thinking. He said, Benny, you must not think that Peters mother is your teacher, just because she had the same name. There are many people named Horn. Lars said, What happened to Mr. Anderson? I dont kno
CHAPTER 11 Peter Back at the cave, Mike was saying, You can have another turn, Ben. Im coming down. But of course Benny did not answer. He was not there. Goodness! cried Jessie. Where is Benny? They began to call, Benny! Benny! They all listened. I h
CHAPTER 13 Sea Star Old Myna woke up first. She hopped out of the house and flew into the trees. She ate her breakfast and waited for the sun to come up. Then she began to call, Wake up, sleepyhead! It woke everyone. Benny laughed. Thats old Myna. Sh
The next day was one of Aunt Janes bad days. The boys went off gladly to look at the ranch, when they saw how cross she was. Now, Jane, the girls heard Maggie say, You let me wash your hands and face. No! was the sharp answer. Watch looked at the doo
Now that the children were together, they were very happy. Aunt Jane seemed to be getting more cheerful every day. One morning Jessie heard her aunt call her. I want to see all four of you children, Aunt Jane told Jessie. Get the others in here befor
When Sam came with the milk next day, he was surprised to see all four children on the back steps. They were waiting for him. Well, well! Early birds! he said. Why did you get up so early? We wanted to see you, Sam, said Henry. Here I am, but Im not
That night Henry did not sleep very well. He kept thinking of the men who had tried to buy Aunt Janes ranch. He decided to talk with Jessie alone. But it was not easy for the older children to get away from Benny. He wanted to do first one thing and
Early the next morning, the four Alden children climbed into Mr. Ponds car. He had come to take them to Stony Creek. They were going to see the sheriff, Mr. Bates. Mr. Pond was very quiet. He was worried about these nice children. He liked them, even
Mr. Carter spoke, I think your grandfather will be glad to help. I can go to Greenfield and tell him the whole story. He looked at his watch and got up quickly. Good-by, children, and the best of luck. In one minute he was gone. Benny said, Mystery m
Boy, look at that car! said Benny, looking out the window. It was long and low. It was painted yellow and black. A man got out of the car. A guard spoke to him and nodded, and the man came to the back door. Henry opened the door, and the man said, Ja
Its the Mystery Man! shouted Benny, looking out the window the next day. I hope the guard will let him in. It was John Carter, the tall young man with the brown hair and brown eyes. He went first to Aunt Jane and thanked her for asking him to come. T
CHAPTER 14 Home As the two boats went through Blue Bay, Captain Brown took a picture of the beach. He said, That will show the fireplace and the two houses. And now I am ready to make any plans you want to, Mr. Alden. Well, first, maybe Peters parent
- 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