After Dylan Maples's terrifying adventure in Alberta, the holiday his "parental units" plan in British Columbia's Rocky Mountains seems like a dream. Swimming, hiking, and loafing around are welcome distractions from vivid memories of his narrow escape from "The Reptile," the frightening criminal who pursued him and his friends through the badlands. But Dylan soon discovers that he is heading into an area teeming with legends of real-life monsters, among them the sea serpent Ogopogo and the awesome sasquatch. In fact, more mysterious creatures are said to exist in BC than in any other place in the world.... Dylan tries not to take it all too seriously. But when he arrives in the resort town of Harrison Hot Springs and meets his eccentric uncle, Walter Middy, he is pulled right into the heart of the sasquatch mystery. Before you can say, "I see a monster ", Dylan, Walter, and their new friend Alice are deep in the wilderness, on the trail of the deadly beast.
Autumn is painting the world in vibrant colors, and Isaac and Izzy want to give back to their favorite magical maple tree. A normal present won't do, though. They want to give him the sweetest gift of all-a friend But are all the efforts of the kids and the animals who live near the tree enough to create a bit of magic...or will the Sugar Maple have to lend them a helpful branch once again?
Schlie lich h tte es auch schlimmer kommen k nnen Tessie ist eine geborene Optimistin. F r sie ist das Glas immer halbvoll, bis sie durch eine Brandstiftung ihren Kindergarten und streckenweise auch den Glauben an die Menschheit verliert. Aber da sie gerne Krimis liest, in denen Frauen mit Instinkt, Logik und einer gro en Portion Chuzpe ihre F lle l sen, entscheidet sie sich, wie Miss Marple und andere kluge Frauen, den Brand selbst aufzukl ren. Das gelingt ihr so erfolgreich, dass sie auch sp ter, nachdem sie ein ungewolltes Erbe verwaltet, immer dann, wenn sie mit Unrecht und Verbrechen konfrontiert wird, wieder ermittelt. Gemeinsam mit ihrer Mutter Lea, ihrer Tochter Polly und ihrer Enkelin Rina wehrt sie sich nicht nur gegen Brandstifter, Betr ger, Erpresser und Identit tsdiebe, sondern l sst auch die Familie bei gemeinsamen Projekten wieder zusammen wachsen.
Schlie lich h tte es auch schlimmer kommen k nnen Tessies Erfolgsgeschichte geht trotz vieler Probleme weiter. Nachdem es ihr gelungen ist, das geerbte Karree wieder zu bewirtschaften, setzt sie alle Kraft daran, gemeinsam mit der Familie attraktive Gesch fte und ein Event-Hotel zu er ffnen. Und da sie alle zu ihrem Amazonen-Erbe stehen, nach dem Frauen sowieso alles k nnen, erreichen sie ihre Ziele nat rlich auch. Allerdings gibt es wieder betr gerische Anschuldigungen, versuchtes Kidnapping, b sartige St raktionen, falsche Erben und viel Unrecht, gegen das Tessie, wieder wie Miss Marple, gemeinsam mit ihrer Mutter Lea, ihrer Tochter Polly und ihrer Enkelin Rina und weiteren Verb ndeten vorgehen muss.
Ignite Creative Growth and Problem-Solving in Your Kids, Enhancing Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Skills through Independent or Guided Storytelling, Exploration, Activities, and Journaling. Welcome to the Captivating World of Kids' Creativity As parents, family members, caregivers, and teachers, you play a pivotal role in nurturing the young minds of children aged 4 to 12. Join us on this inspiring adventure-filled journey of imagination, discovery, and learning. With our captivating adventure book series, we aim to unlock their creative potential and nurture problem-solving skills essential for lifelong success. "Kids' Creative Quests (Adventures of Marbles)" is part of the Dream2Live Creative Kids series, offering a carefully curated collection of creative activity books for kids aged 4 to 12. Each book highlights distinct adventures, characters, and themes like nature, crafted to ignite creative growth and problem-solving. Dive into imaginative worlds and embark on exciting journeys of discovery Inside The Kids' Creative Quests (Adventures of Marbles): . Magical Adventures: Your child will accompany characters like Marbles, a playful kitten, who finds a hidden path to a waterfall, as they embark on magical adventures fueled by curiosity and imagination. . Creative Activities: Through storytelling, exploration of emotions, thought-provoking questions, and engaging hands-on problem-solving activities, children will develop vital cognitive, emotional, and social skills while unleashing their creativity. . Interactive Learning: Each page is designed to provide efficient and fulfilling activities that seamlessly integrate into your daily routine, supporting effective parenting and teaching. Key Features: . Versatile Use: Perfect for independent engagement or guided activities with parents, grandparents, caregivers, or teachers. . Creative Exploration: Encourage imagination through storytelling, exploration, and unique adventures. . Educational Fun: Foster cognitive, emotional, and social skills while engaging in creative activities. . Quality Time: Strengthen bonds and create lasting memories by sharing the joy of creative activities together. How to Enjoy the Book: . For Kids: Dive into exciting adventures, where you can imagine, color, and create your own stories. . For Grown-Ups and Kids Together: Embark on these adventures with your children, fostering creativity and enjoying interactive learning together. Delight in moments of creativity while fostering cognitive, emotional, and social growth through captivating storytelling, exciting exploration, stimulating activities, and reflective journaling with our learning workbooks. With our "Kids' Creative Quests" activity books, every moment becomes an opportunity for discovery, learning, and growth. Let's inspire the next generation of imaginative thinkers and problem solvers, one adventure at a time. Thank you for being your kids' companions on this wonderful journey of growth Join the Journey with These Heartfelt Reviews: "This book offers imaginative stories and hands-on activities to cultivate problem-solving skills in young kids. Ideal for parents and educators, it encourages creative development in young children through engaging adventures that fosters both learning and fun away from screens." - Christopher Nkendirim "Stunning illustrations, very creative and can-be-done activities, won't make you go and buy a zillion stuff to do an activity and it fires up a kids imagination. Highly recommended." - T lay
In this exclusive authorized edition from the Queen of Mystery, a fatal dose of poison meant for a glamorous movie star fells her ardent admirer instead--and Miss Marple is there to unmask a murderer.One minute, silly Heather Babcock had been babbling on at her movie idol, the glamorous Marina Gregg. The next, Heather suffered a massive seizure, poisoned by a deadly cocktail.It seems likely that the cocktail was intended for the beautiful actress. But while the police fumble to find clues, Miss Marple begins to ask her own questions, because as she knows--even the most peaceful village can hide dark secrets.
Now with a beautiful new series look, a fatal dose of poison meant for a glamorous movie star fells her ardent admirer instead--and Miss Marple is there to unmask a murderer.One minute, silly Heather Babcock had been babbling on at her movie idol, the glamorous Marina Gregg. The next, Heather suffered a massive seizure, poisoned by a deadly cocktail.It seems likely that the cocktail was intended for the beautiful actress. But while the police fumble to find clues, Miss Marple begins to ask her own questions, because as she knows--even the most peaceful village can hide dark secrets.
Captain Jack Two Sugars is a Tugboat Captain adored by his family and admired by his community. A very strong but quiet and private man, he comes alive when he tells his fantastic stories. Stories about his adventures at sea; sailing the world with exotic cargoes and his time deep sea fishing in the North Sea.During the 2nd World War Captain Jack sailed the deadly Atlantic convoys and later throughout the Aegean Sea and yet, his greatest adventure in Greece, he always refused to even talk about. What happened to Captain Jack during his time on the Greek island of Paxos and what was he doing with a beautiful statue of a Greek marble Goddess gifted to him by the grateful islanders?There were clues all around, but it took the discovery years later, of a secret tale to reveal the truth and the real man behind the story. A truly heart warming tale of adventure, bravery and family values. Discover the real man behind the stories and the reason why the Captain always had two sugars in his tea!
In this thrilling story of crime and corruption, three detectives keep their identities secret, and NYPD's Det. Helene Grey is on a mission to unmask them--no matter who gets killed along the way. In New York City, three intriguing, smart, and stylish private investigators open Holmes, Marple & Poe Investigations. Who are these detectives with famous names and mysterious, untraceable pasts? Brendan Holmes--The Brain: Identifies suspects via deduction and logic. Margaret Marple--The Eyes: Possesses powers of observation too often underestimated. Auguste Poe--The Muscle: Chases down every lead no matter how dangerous or dark. The agency's daring methodology and headline-making solves attract the attention of NYPD Detective Helene Grey. Her solo investigation into her three unknowable competitors rivals the best mysteries of Sir Arthur Conan-Doyle, Agatha Christie, and Edgar Allan Poe.
In this thrilling story of crime and corruption, three detectives keep their identities secret, and NYPD's Det. Helene Grey is on a mission to unmask them--no matter who gets killed along the way. In New York City, three intriguing, smart, and stylish private investigators open Holmes, Marple & Poe Investigations. Who are these detectives with famous names and mysterious, untraceable pasts? Brendan Holmes--The Brain: Identifies suspects via deduction and logic. Margaret Marple--The Eyes: Possesses powers of observation too often underestimated. Auguste Poe--The Muscle: Chases down every lead no matter how dangerous or dark. The agency's daring methodology and headline-making solves attract the attention of NYPD Detective Helene Grey. Her solo investigation into her three unknowable competitors rivals the best mysteries of Sir Arthur Conan-Doyle, Agatha Christie, and Edgar Allan Poe.
How To Take Care of Old People Without Losing Your Marbles navigates you through turn after turn of the most vexing eldercare issues - helping you organize your eldercare scenario just like you would a business project. Alongside the practical guidance, Blankenship sprinkles in humor and levity to help ease you through a very tough topic. Whether you are just getting started down the road of eldercare, are a seasoned traveler or just want to get ready for what's ahead, Blankenship helps you prepare, plan and be organized - so when the next elder emergency arrives (and they always do ), you'll spend more time in the care mode and less time in panic. Even though we all have parents, we are often surprised and overwhelmed by the curves thrown at us when our elders start needing care. It helps to be able to laugh at some of these moments. Blankenship will tickle your funny bone with her quips, her lens of humor and her refreshing honesty. The responsibility of taking care of our parents and family elders is often challenging, frustrating, and even overwhelming. We already have a full plate of life's responsibilities before we add eldercare. With two decades of experience in caring for aging parents and in-laws, Blankenship has developed a practical approach to navigating those uncharted waters - she uses organization and humor. And she doesn't take long to get to the point. You don't have time to waste on textbook-sized tomes. Written with humor and steeped in practical tips, this book will be your next best friend. You'll return to it for guidance over and over as you face new and different dilemmas. Here in time to save your sanity, it's small enough to put in your carry-on bag, short enough to read in one night and practical enough to smooth your learning curve. The international bestseller How To Take Care of Old People Without Losing Your Marbles will be your go-to guide throughout the eldercare journey from beginning to end.
