儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 3 Waiting for Rescue

CHAPTER 3 Waiting for Rescue When Henry awoke he thought even before he opened his eyes, The helicopter will come at sunrise. Then he opened his eyes and blinked. The whole mountain top was covered with thick fog. Henry turned his head to look at Jes

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 2 Hold On, Benny!

My, Im glad we have sweaters, said Henry. The wind blows harder up here. He pulled his brown sweater on over his head. The others put on their sweaters and then they sat down in a row, What a view! said Jessie. They looked out over the valley. They f

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery Chapter 1 Grandfather in the Lead

It was a fine warm day in early summer. The AldensHenry, Jessie, Violet, and Bennyand their grandfather were just eating lunch. They had come to dessert of apple pie and cheese. Benny rested his head on his hand. After awhile he said, Grandfather, do

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 4 Lovan’s Story

CHAPTER 4 Lovans Story The family was so surprised to find an Indian woman instead of a man that no one said anything. The room they looked into had two chairs and a couch. On a table lay an Indian basket that was not yet finished. Bunches of sweet g

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 5 More Plans

When the Aldens were in the car, Violet said, We can see right through you, Grandfather. You are the man who is going to buy the woods, arent you? Of course, said Grandfather, smiling at her. What better thing could we do for Lovan? She will feel fre

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 6 Back Up the Trail

The Alden family did not get up very early next morning. But when they walked into the dining room they had a surprise. There sat John Carter at a large round table for seven. Oh, Im glad you found us! shouted Benny. I never lost you, said John Carte

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 7 A Stranger

Henry and Jessie did not say any more about the Indian boy, but they did not forget him. Once in awhile they both wondered where he came from and why he was there. They also wondered why he did not want to be seen. There was plenty to think about whi

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 8 The First Find

Couldnt we go up that ladder, asked Benny, and look in the hole? Not yet, young man, said Dr. Osgood. He pushed up his glasses. We dont want any more accidents. When we get the staging done, it will be safe for any of you to get up to the cave. Mr. A

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 10 David Explains

When the rangers led the Indian boy into the store, Jessie was near the door. Quickly she put her hand on the boys shoulder. Dont be afraid, she said. We want to help you. The boy did not look up, but he pushed back his wet hair. A ranger said, This

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 11 Benny Finds the Way

Dr. Osgood promised the family that they could all explore the cave in the morning. They went to bed feeling very much excited. Mr. Carter and David talked awhile before they went to sleep. David, whats on your mind? What are you afraid of? Mr. Carte

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 12 The Treasure

David looked puzzled when Mr. Alden chose him to tell Lovan. Mr. Alden, why me? he asked. Mr. Alden answered, You know all about it, David, and you remember your grandmother. That will please Lovan. She is a fine person to have for a great-aunt. Just

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 13 No Goodbyes

When the family met at supper, David was not there. Dont worry about him, Mr. Alden said, sitting down at the table. Hes got two good legs and he can walk miles. Hell show up when he gets ready. Mr. Carter was not there, either. Nobody asked where he

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 14 Time for Celebration

The Aldens had been gone only one day when David came back from Maine with his dog. It was night when David came, but he was sure of his way through the woods. He and his dog made almost no noise, but David found Lovan at the door of her cottage, wai

儿童英语读物 Mountain Top Mystery CHAPTER 9 Caught in the Rain

Mr. Alden walked around the store looking at everything. There were no Indian baskets left. He said, Lets go to see Lovan again. Dont get caught in the storm, said a ranger. Storm? It looks pleasant to me, said Benny. Well, you get to know the weathe