儿童英语读物 The Mystery in the Fortune Cookie CHAPTER 5 Fortune Cookie Delight

The afternoon was getting hot as the Aldens headed for the Elmford Ice Cream Parlor. When they stepped inside, Benny stopped in his tracks. Isnt that Lucy, from the Kowloon Restaurant? Im sure of it, said Violet, glancing over at the young woman stan

儿童英语读物 The Mystery in the Fortune Cookie CHAPTER 6 A Clue in the Soup

The Aldens puzzled and puzzled over the strange coded message. But the next afternoon, they were still stumped. None of them had seen a code like this before. Even Aunt Jane, who had been eager to see the latest fortune, couldnt come up with any answ

儿童英语读物 The Mystery in the Fortune Cookie CHAPTER 7 In the Cellar

This fortune cookie mystery is getting weirder and weirder, Violet said as they cleared the table after lunch. Ill tell you whats weird, Benny said, putting the placemats away. That name! Drum Keller, I mean. Jessie filled the sink with warm, soapy w

儿童英语读物 The Gymnastics Mystery CHAPTER 8 The Girl in the Portrait

Hey, there, said Lucas when he reached them. I thought you kids would be sitting in the bleachers. Actually, our grandfather and our housekeeper are holding seats for us, Jessie explained. But we thought wed stay down here and She couldnt finish her

儿童英语读物 The Gymnastics Mystery CHAPTER 9 The Competition

Katya was poised on the mat at one end of the balance beam. She looked toward the judges. The head judge signaled that they were ready. Then Katya took a deep breath and raised her arm in return. With a swift move she straddled the end of the beam. H

儿童英语读物 The Gymnastics Mystery CHAPTER 10 Benny’s Trick

Katyas blue eyes were like saucers. I followed you! she declared unbelievingly. You have been following me! Jessie let out the breath she had been holding. You looked scared when you first saw Katya, she said to him. Why? She reminded me of somebody,

儿童英语读物 The Midnight Mystery CHAPTER 8 Henry’s New Invention

When the Aldens returned to the Putter house, they saw three parked cars in the driveway. They checked the garage, but no one was there. From a porch window, they saw Martha in the library room pulling books from the bottom shelves. Hi, Martha, Jessi

儿童英语读物 The Midnight Mystery CHAPTER 3 The Mystery Riddle

The next morning when Mr. Alden and Isabel came over to the garage, the children were already at work. Grandfather looked on as his grandchildren worked. You look like a colony of busy ants, he said proudly. We are! Henry said as he and Jessie carefu

儿童英语读物 The Midnight Mystery CHAPTER 6 The Red Rooster

After Mr. Percy left, the children put the new inventions that had arrived on display in the house. They could hear Brad working in the kitchen, but Martha seemed to have disappeared. I wish Mr. Percy had tried on my flashlight hat, Benny said. Peopl

儿童英语读物 The Gymnastics Mystery CHAPTER 5 The Missing Music

Katya delicately pulled off a bite-sized piece of fried chicken with her fork. This is the best thing I have ever eaten! she exclaimed. The Aldens were in the popular Chicken Lickin restaurant across from Greenfield Park. Because Katya and her teamma

儿童英语读物 The Poison Frog Mystery CHAPTER 4 The Jammed Window

Jessie and Henry were at home fixing breakfast for everyone when the phone rang. Henry was trying to balance four plates of bacon and eggs at the same time, so Jessie answered it after wiping her hands on her apron. Hello? Jessie? It was Lindsey, and

儿童英语读物 The Poison Frog Mystery CHAPTER 5 “Unlocking” the Mystery

The children returned home late that afternoon. After dinner they went into the living room with their grandfather to talk about everything that had been happening. Ill bet Lindseys very upset, Grandfather said. She is, I can tell, Jessie replied. Sh

儿童英语读物 The Poison Frog Mystery CHAPTER 6 A Waiting Game

Lindsey had to meet with Jordan again to discuss a few details. Then she caught up with the Aldens at the food court at noon for their free lunch. Jordan was really impressed with the things you came up with, she told Jessie as they ate. Jessie smile

儿童英语读物 The Poison Frog Mystery CHAPTER 7 Mrs. Donovan Remembers

Lindsey came to the Aldens house for dinner that night. But in spite of the delicious roast chicken, no one was very hungry. This is such a nightmare, Lindsey was saying, chin in hand. I cant believe the thief got all those frogs and toads. Whoever t

儿童英语读物 The Midnight Mystery CHAPTER 7 New Clues

The Aldens strolled through town looking for places to put up the invention convention fliers. They soon found the town bulletin board and decided to post one of the fliers there. Violet studied the business card that Benny had handed her. Whats a pa

儿童英语读物 The Mystery in the Fortune Cookie CHAPTER 8 The Mysterious Disappearance

Aunt Jane gave the children a smile as they walked into the kitchen. How did you make out in town? she asked. Youll never guess what happened! Benny shouted, running up and giving her a hug. Laughing, Aunt Jane returned the hug. What, Benny? We found

儿童英语读物 The Mystery in the Mall CHAPTER 3 Look Who’s Minding the Store

What are you sniffing, Benny? Jessie asked when the children stepped inside the mall. Benny kept his nose in the air and didnt answer Jessie right away. I know. Bennys sniffing for caramel corn, right? Henry asked. Benny made a face. How come I dont

儿童英语读物 The Midnight Mystery CHAPTER 5 Noises at Midnight

That night Jessie stopped the clocks in the bedroom so everyone would get a good nights sleep. But it wasnt so easy to stop Ruff and Tumble from snoring. Their snuffly, wheezy snores woke up Jessie. She lay there for a few minutes, listening. Finally

儿童英语读物 The Ghost Town Mystery CHAPTER 5 “Get Off My Land!”

What are you going to do? Benny asked Grandfather. Well, first I must call Jay Murphy, my friend who sold me the property, and see what he thinks about Mr. Laceys offer, said Grandfather. Ive only owned the property a few weeks. But Jay had that land

儿童英语读物 The Ghost Town Mystery CHAPTER 6 Vanished!

The next morning, over a breakfast of cold cereal, the children discussed the latest mysterious events. The two people arguing must have been Marianne and her mother, Jessie said. They are the only two women here. Dont forget Old Gert, said Benny. Vi