I was just wondering, Violet said at breakfast the next morning, do you think we should check out the House of Mirrors? That store in the mall? Henry paused as he cut his pancake with the side of his fork. Seems a bit far-fetched, dont you think? It
Look, said Benny. Its Mr. Porter! Sure enough, the owner of the radio station stepped out from amongst the shoppers. Whats going on? he asked. Oh, nothing really, Mike was quick to say. We were just congratulating the winners of the Great Detective R
It was Monday morning, the last fall day of the Aldens visit. Tomorrow morning they would return to Greenfield. Since the Diamond Drive-in was closed on Mondays, they had the day all to themselves. Im going over to Dan Brinkers auto store this mornin
The next morning was bright and beautiful, perfect for the Greenfield Music Festival. As Grandfather drove past the fairgrounds, the Aldens could see the crowds beginning to gather. They spotted a truck from the television station in the parking lot.
The children showed the Greenfield Four the flyer with Violets drawing. One by one, Alan, Amy, Karen, and Dave passed it around. They didnt speak for a moment. Finally, Alan Keller said, His name is Jon Emmott. And yes, I think hes the thief. The oth
At the police station, Jon Emmott confessed everything. I had to do it, he said. I had to get even with them. I didnt want them to be so successful without me. Then, when I heard about the festival and the man from the record company, I wanted to rui
Can you believe it? Jessie couldnt help laughing. There might really be a troll under a bridge! She couldnt get over it. The four children were up bright and early the next morning. They were talking about the mystery while they made breakfast. Benny
Hi, kids! Reena greeted them with a cheery smile. I was afraid the rain might keep you away. She slid into the booth beside Violet. Henry grinned. Nothing keeps Benny away from food, he teased. Everyone laughed, including Benny. Just then, the waitre
Benny came to a sudden stop at the totem pole. He was looking all around when the other Aldens caught up to him. Benny, whats gotten into you? Jessie asked him with a frown. You know the rules. Were supposed to stay together, Henry reminded his littl
Im glad Raymond isnt the thief, said Violet. Or Danny Duellman. Jessie agreed. And its nice that theyre both helping out the Greenfield Four. The girls were at the rehearsal studio unpacking bags of sandwiches. Henry was opening up the soda, and Benn
The next morning, as the children pulled their bikes in front of the old blue house, they saw a young man in a robe and pajamas stomping around in the bushes. May I help you? he asked. Did you just move in? asked Jessie. Me? Oh, dear me, no. Im visit
As they wheeled their bikes into the diners bike rack, an orange pickup truck came speeding down the street. Isnt that the same Jessie began, just as the truck squealed around in a U-turn. He is one very bad driver, said Henry. The truck screeched to
The children rang the bell but no one answered. They knocked on the door. Still nothing. Grandma Belle cant go out with a broken hip, said Violet. Benny peered through the window. Her wheelchairs gone! I left it right there in the corner. Maybe she w
The afternoon sun was getting warm by the time the Aldens got back to the hotel. Toby waved to them from behind the front desk. Hi, kids! he said. Enjoying our beautiful city? We sure are. Henry returned the desk clerks friendly smile. Weve been chec
The children pedaled hard up the steep hill that overlooked Pleasant Valley Park. Suddenly, they came to a screeching halt. They barely recognized their favorite park in the large valley below. Gone were the baseball and soccer fields, the playground
We should tell Ray about the footprint, Benny insisted, as they worked in Aunt Janes vegetable garden the next day. I think so, too, said Jessie, shaking the dirt from the roots of a weed. Henry nodded. Well tell Ray about it the next time we see him
See that boat over there? Benny was standing by the waters edge. The one at the end of the dock? The four Alden children were helping Abby get ready for the picnic. Henry looked over. What about it, Benny? I bet thats the one Abby was talking about,
At breakfast the next morning, James Alden had a surprise for his grandchildren. Ill be finished early today, he told them. I thought it might be fun to take a ferry ride across Puget Sound. Anybody interested? That sounds great! said Benny. I cant w
Jessie went back to the microfiche machine. She searched all around it, but Henrys backpack wasnt there. Violet and Benny checked under all the tables and chairs while Henry paced nervously back and forth. My cell phone was in there, he moaned. And s
Did you all see that paper that was sticking up out of Emilys bag? Benny asked. I noticed it when you asked her about it, Benny, Violet said. It looked like it had a yo-yo on it. And some math formulas. I saw that, too, Henry said. You dont think Emi
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- 儿童英语读物 The Camp-Out Mystery CHAPTER 8 The Storm
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- 儿童英语读物 The Mystery Girl CHAPTER 2 The General Store
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- 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
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