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Nothing unusual happened that night. Everyone slept very well, even Rob Wilson, who must have returned very late. He came limping out of the lean-to in the middle of the Aldens breakfast. May I join you? Rob asked. They nodded, and he sat down beside
40 The Canoe Trip Mystery
As the Aldens walked home, they saw Mrs. Saunders ice cream truck parked two blocks away from their house. Six children were in line for ice cream. Yoooo-hoooo, Mrs. Saunders called when she saw the Aldens. How was business today? She handed a raspbe
46 The Chocolate Sundae Myster
Dr. Skyler was pacing up and down the hall outside the planetarium when the Aldens arrived. Its about time, she said, checking her watch. Half the museum is working on Dino World, and nobody pays any attention to my planetarium. The stars and planets
44 The Dinosaur Mystery
No, the dinosaur bones are still missing, but come to the Dino World opening next Tuesday, Jessie told a caller. She put down the phone. Whew, that phone hasnt stopped ringing for an hour. I know its awful about the theft, but now people are so curio
44 The Dinosaur Mystery
The Riverfront Streetcar was jammed with people visiting New Orleans just like the Aldens. Everyone seemed to be wearing a silly hat or carrying a colorful souvenir umbrella to shade themselves from the hot sun. New Orleans is just like a carnival, V
48 The Mystery Bookstore
Rory held his breath as Benny reached into the hole in the closet wall. Benny was so excited that he almost let the pliers fall into the hole. Paper! he said. Hear it rustle? Dont tear it, Benny, said Rory. It must be very old. Theres a lot of it, Be
17 Mystery Behind the Wall
Inside the lodge, the Aldens got cups of hot chocolate and cinnamon buns and sat down by the fire. Grandfather and Mr. Mercer came in. Congratulations, Henry, Mr. Mercer said. You skied well. Thank you, Henry said. And, Benny, your snow sculpture is
32 The Mystery in the Snow
The next morning Benny lay in bed wondering what excuse he could give to get back to the bus station. He couldnt think of anything. He wondered what had happened to Jud and Troy after Mr. Pickett had driven off with them. Would they get to the town m
18 Bus Station Mystery
The minutes went by, but no bus pulled up in front of the station. Frank did not come back either. The strange boys were gone, but nobody knew where. Not even a car passed. Benny finally spoke up. Its one oclock now. Thats long past lunch time, and I
18 Bus Station Mystery
Benny saw Henry and Mr. Fogg go into Mr. Furmans office. He half expected to hear shouting and angry voices. There was nothing of the kind. Soon Mr. Fogg and Henry walked out together. Neither one looked angry or even upset. Benny couldnt imagine wha
19 Benny Uncovers a Mystery
Each day brought several new customers to Piccolos Pizza. The Aldens were sure many more would follow once the restaurant started serving its big pizzas again. Finally the day came when the gas company was going to fix the broken gas line to the Picc
33 The Pizza Mystery
On their way to work the next morning Benny and Henry talked about the mystery of the lockets. Henry said, No one could find out how the lockets got to the jewelry counter. At first it seemed as if someone was playing a joke. I know, said Benny. It d
19 Benny Uncovers a Mystery
Frank put the dead fish in the trunk of his car. He locked the door of his house, then he got in the drivers seat. The Aldens slid in, with Benny and Henry sitting in front with Frank. Im glad we dont have the fish with us, Violet whispered to Jessie
18 Bus Station Mystery
It was just after lunch when the two Aldens met the man who had scowled at them earlier that day. This is Mr. Fogg, Mr. Furman said. Henry, you will be working with Mr. Fogg. He is the manager of the first floor. You can learn a lot from him. Henry s
19 Benny Uncovers a Mystery
After their late night out the children slept later than usual the next morning. Henry mixed up a batch of pancakes, Violet broiled the sausages, Jessie poured the orange juice, and Benny set the table. After they had eaten, they rode their bicycles
25 The Amusement Park Mystery
The Aldens had their own alarm clock to wake them up every day. With the first ray of light, Watch stood by Jessies bed and pushed her with his nose. Then he visited Henry and Violet and did the same thing. Benny needed something different to wake up
22 The Animal Shelter Mystery
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
31 The Mystery of the Singing
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
29 The Mystery Cruise
Jessie led the way to the boxcar and up the stump step. Then she stopped so quickly that the others almost ran into her. Jessie, what is it? said Henry, sounding puzzled. Look! said Jessie, sounding even more puzzled. The table where they had left th
30 The Disappearing Friend Mys
They decided not to tell Grandfather about the missing stew and the arrow in the tree. Itll only worry him, they all agreed. Jessie and Benny made sandwiches instead of stew. After lunch, Grandfather said, Why dont you children run along. Im sure you
27 Gertrude Chandler Warner