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The Mysterious Matter of I. M. Fine
by Diane StanleyStrange things have been happening at Franny's new school.First it was the Jelly Worm Fad.Then came the exploding headaches that kept students home for days.When the latest creepy phenomenon lands her sister in the hospital, Franny and her new friend, Beamer, try to get to the bottom of it.Following a hunch, Franny discovers the one link that all these kids share--they're rabid fans of I. M. Fine, author of the mega-popular Chillers series.But I. M. Fine is nowhere to be found ... or is he)Admirers of Diane Stanley's celebrated nonfiction picture-book biographies and her critically acclaimed novel, A Time Apart, are in for a treat as she shows her playful side in this quirky, fast-paced, and humorous mystery.
The Mysterious Message (Geronimo Stilton Micekings #5)
by Geronimo StiltonThe micekings have received a mysterious message in a bottle! Unfortunately, most of it has been damaged by water -- but Geronimo can tell it's from the Oofa Oofas, the laziest rodents in the ancient far north. The micekings set sail to Oofadale, in case the Oofa Oofas are in trouble. But on their way, the dragons attack! Fjords and fiddlesticks, what an adventure!
Mysterious Migrations (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level Q)
by Terry Miller ShannonText Elements <p><p> Genre: Expository/Biography <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Description, Problem/Solution, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, photos, captions, map, sidebars
The Mysterious Miss Slade
by Dick King-SmithPerhaps it's the patch on her eye. Or maybe it's the donkey she rides. It might even be the ancient caravan she lives in, surrounded by six dogs, six cats, several goats, and a lot of chickens. Whatever the reason, the village children think Miss Slade is a witch. To Jim and Patsy Reader, Miss Slade is the eccentric neighbor who lets them play with her animals, shares her lunch of chips and cookies, and makes them laugh out loud. Soon the whole family is attached to her. But Miss Slade is a mystery, even to the Readers: Why does she speak like an aristocrat? And where did she get that gold sovereign? It turns out Miss Slade does have a secret after all--one that brings trouble when discovered. Luckily, she has some friends--human and canine--who can help. With humor, compassion, and a yard full of animals, Dick King-Smith, beloved author of Babe: The Gallant Pig, tells a warm story of friendship and kindness.
The Mysterious Moonstone (Key Hunters #1)
by Eric LuperIn this thrilling adventure, two friends are trapped in a detective novel and must catch a crook.Cleo and Evan have a secret. A collection of books so dangerous they are locked up tight. A friend has vanished inside the pages of one of them. It’s up to them to find the key that will set her free. A PRICELESS DIAMOND . . . STOLEN!When Cleo and Evan go undercover to help a rookie detective interview a mansion full of suspects, nothing is as it seems. They must catch the crook—and find the right key—or they could be trapped inside this mystery forever . . . Praise for Key Hunters“Luper’s delectable humor is appropriate for the intended age group, and the plot will keep readers’ attention to the end . . . [t]his is a satisfying read for beginning independent readers.” —School Library Journal
The Mysterious Mr. Spines: Song #3
by Jason Lethcoe Scott AltmanThe action-packed conclusion! Edward McLeod is almost at the end of his journey. He has battled his way through the afterlife, mastered his Guardian powers, and even learned how to fly. Now he must take on the Jackal and fight for all of the trapped souls in the Woodbine. But the Jackal and his formidable army will not be easy to defeat. Is Edward really the destined Bridge Builder? or will he too fall to the Jackal's evil forces?
Mysterious Patterns: Finding Fractals in Nature
by Sarah C. CampbellNature's repeating patterns, better known as fractals, are beautiful, universal, and explain much about how things grow. Fractals can also be quantified mathematically. Here is an elegant introduction to fractals through examples that can be seen in parks, rivers, and our very own backyards. Young readers will be fascinated to learn that broccoli florets are fractals—just like mountain ranges, river systems, and trees—and will share in the wonder of math as it is reflected in the world around us. Perfect for any elementary school classroom or library, Mysterious Patterns is an exciting interdisciplinary introduction to repeating patterns.
The Mysterious Sea (Royal Trouble)
by Hope Erica SchultzPrince Donal likes inventing things—the weirder the better. All of his inventions are practical, but some of them are a bit odd. Still, they come in handy when Donal and his three best friends set out to explore the area around the Waveborn Islands. Many centuries ago, someone built the fantastic machines that allows the Waveborn Islands to rise or fall back into the sea. Donal would give anything to study any records those people left behind. Fortunately, the first uncharted island they find seems to be filled with relics of that ancient people. Unfortunately, Donal and the other prince and princesses aren't the first ones to find the island. But if they trigger the island's booby traps, they just might be the last.
Mysterious Strangers (Thorne Twins Adventure Books #8)
by Dayle CourtneyIn trying to sort out the confusion caused by mysterious lookalikes in their hometown, Eric and Alison rely on their Christian principles when they find themselves involved with a strange scientist and an international spy ring. Strange look-alikes begin causing confusion for the twins in Ivy, Illinois. Their search for answers leads them to one of their father's former acquaintances, a strange scientist named Dr. Swykert. But the discovery of Dr. Swykert's connection is only the beginning of the ordeal. Eric finds himself tangling with an international spy ring full of CIA intrigue. Alison is forced to wrestle with the mysteries of life itself. There is suspense on every page, and no shortage of surprises. Catch up on the many books in the Thorne Twins Adventure series from Bookshare including:# 1 Flight to Terror, #2 Escape From Eden, #3 The Knife With Eyes, #4 The Ivy Plot, #5 Operation Doomsday, #6 Omen of the Flying Light, #7 Three-Ring Inferno and #9 The Foxworth Hunt.
The Mysterious Woods of Whistle Root
by Christopher Pennell"An enchanting, fast-paced fantasy in the vein of E. B. White."—Booklist "Charming black-and-white illustrations add to the overall effect of the story, which will remind readers of beloved works by Kate DiCamillo and E. B. White. . . . It's all rather old-fashioned and quite lovely."—School Library Journal —
The Mystery: The Mystery (Troubletwisters #3)
by Garth Nix Sean WilliamsNew York Times–Bestselling Authors: Magically gifted twins must find a treasure before it falls into the wrong hands in a tale with “plot twists aplenty” (Booklist).Jack and Jaide Shield are troubletwisters—gifted with magic and cursed by The Evil, a force that will stop at nothing to destroy their world. Now an old man in an even older house has died mysteriously. The house holds something very important to The Evil—and Jack and Jaide must race to find it, even though they don’t know what it looks like or where it is. But Jack and Jaide aren’t the only ones searching for the treasure. And as the mystery gets bigger and bigger, they’re not sure who they can trust. Even friends are beginning to act suspicious. And their father, who should be their strongest ally, is leading them into treacherous territory. At the heart of all magic is mystery, and at the heart of this mystery is nothing less than the key to controlling magic. It’s going to take the two troubletwisters to the edge of their Gifts in order to figure this one out.“Exploring the ideas of secrets, self-identity, and trust, and with plot twists aplenty and intriguing new characters, this one delivers.” —Booklist
Mystery at Big Horn Ranch (Little Critter Series #6)
by Mercer MayerLC and the Critters head to Big Horn Dude Ranch. Mr. Big Horn is losing cattle, can LC and his friends figure out the mystery?
Mystery at Chilkoot Pass (Mysteries through History #17)
by Barbara SteinerGold fever sweeps the country as a twelve-year-old aspiring writer travels to the Yukon with her family and best friend, fighting natural disasters and a clever thiefAfter traveling from San Francisco by steam ship, Hetty McKinley, her best friend, Alma, and their families prepare for the five-hundred-mile trek north to the gold fields of the Yukon. It&’s only September, but the Arctic Circle is already frigid. As the two families, along with hundreds of other prospectors, camp out for the night near the outpost of Dyea, Hetty catches a glimpse of the legendary Chilkoot Pass, the narrow gap through which they&’ll cross Alaska into Canada. But the next morning, Alma&’s mother discovers that all their money is gone! A few days later, Hetty&’s cherished locket, containing a photograph of her dead mother, disappears. More thefts soon follow, but these are the least of their problems. Soon, the group is battling typhoid, blizzards, and a terrifying avalanche. Will Hetty and her family and friends survive their journey to the top of the world? This ebook includes a historical afterword.
Mystery at Chilkoot Pass: An American Girl® Book (Mysteries through History #17)
by Barbara SteinerGold fever sweeps the country as a twelve-year-old aspiring writer travels to the Yukon with her family and best friend, fighting natural disasters and a clever thiefAfter traveling from San Francisco by steam ship, Hetty McKinley, her best friend, Alma, and their families prepare for the five-hundred-mile trek north to the gold fields of the Yukon. It&’s only September, but the Arctic Circle is already frigid. As the two families, along with hundreds of other prospectors, camp out for the night near the outpost of Dyea, Hetty catches a glimpse of the legendary Chilkoot Pass, the narrow gap through which they&’ll cross Alaska into Canada. But the next morning, Alma&’s mother discovers that all their money is gone! A few days later, Hetty&’s cherished locket, containing a photograph of her dead mother, disappears. More thefts soon follow, but these are the least of their problems. Soon, the group is battling typhoid, blizzards, and a terrifying avalanche. Will Hetty and her family and friends survive their journey to the top of the world? This ebook includes a historical afterword.
Mystery at Deepwood Bay (A Mirror Mountain Adventure Ser. #3)
by Wynnette FraserWhen Johnny and Louise leave Mirror Mountain to look after their depressed uncle Jake on an island off the coast of South Carolina, they begin an investigation into church vandalism. A torn-down sign smeared with mud, a broken post, a hanging shutter, a cracked window, and a sanctuary filled with mud and trash. Someone is vandalizing Deepwood Bible Church, and the four Vandal Busters--Johnny and Louise Finlay, Sam Simmons, and Jeep Clark--are determined to find out who it is. Johnny Finlay and his sister Louise have come to Wistero Island to help their old Uncle Jake. Little did Johnny realize when they left Mirror Mountain how much he would learn from helping. Johnny learns more about God's love and how He can help you love others, even when they don't love you in return. WYNETTE FRASER lives in Darlington, South Carolina, and writes from her knowledge of the local rural people. She is also the author of Mystery on Mirror Mountain, Courage on Mirror Mountain and Invasion on Mirror Mountain, all in the Bookshare library. Ages 10-12.
Mystery at Devil's Paw (Hardy Boys #38)
by Franklin W. DixonThe Hardys head to Alaska to look into strange disappearances. They end up encountering men on a mission to steal US space technology. This is the original 1959 edition. From inside the book: The author proudly dedicates this book to the boys and girls of Alaska, which became our forty-ninth state during the writing of The Mystery at Devil's Paw.
The Mystery At Dolphin Cove
by Carole MarshIn The Mystery at Dolphin Cove you will encounter…. One dolphin darling! Two bottlenoses breaching! Three dejected dolphins! Four wet kids! And lots of click and whistles!
Mystery at Kittiwake Bay
by Joyce A. StengelA new beginning. An old mystery. Cassie Hartt had never seen the ocean before and now it surrounds her. Her parents have split up, and she has moved with her mother and little brother to Kittiwake Bay, Maine. As Cassie struggles to adapt to life in the coastal town, she finds herself drawn to Waterview Manor, the mysterious mansion high up on a cliff. Though Waterview is now a retirement home, rumors of hidden treasure and passageways that were once part of the Underground Railroad swirl around the manor. Eager to learn more about the manor's history, Cassie becomes a volunteer. Before long, valuable objects are reported missing and everyone is a suspect. Cassie teams up with a new friend to search for clues, but as they dig deeper their investigation takes a dangerous turn. Can Cassie find the thief of Kittiwake Bay -- before the thief finds her?
Mystery at Lake Placid
by Roy MacgregorThere is fast-paced adventure, colorful settings, and plenty of thrilling hockey action in this exciting relaunch of the much-loved Screech Owls series.
The Mystery at Lilac Inn: The Mystery At Lilac Inn (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #4)
by Carolyn KeeneNancy and her friend Helen visit their friend Emily Willouby at the Lilac Inn, which Emily now owns, to help her plan her wedding. Emily plans on selling inherited diamonds in order to help fix up the Lilac Inn. <P><P>However, Nancy soon learns that someone has been impersonating her and making expensive purchases under her name. Soon after, Emily's diamonds are stolen! Can Nancy find the thieves and recover the missing diamonds?
The Mystery at Lilac Inn (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #4)
by Carolyn KeeneNancy wants desperately to help a friend recover her inheritance when she comes of age. Twists and turns and too many clues and too many suspects leave Nancy feeling she may never solve this riddle. So, she takes a risk, only to find herself in a pickle! How will she ever get away to find the inheritance and restore it to its rightful owner? Beginning in the late 1950s, the first 34 Nancy Drew books were revised and shortened. This is the original version of this title.
Mystery at Magnolia Mansion (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #97)
by Carolyn KeeneSomeone is trying to drive famed author Amelia Beaufort crazy--and Nancy and Bess have traveled to her moss-covered estate to help her out. As the two teens search the mansion for clues, they find themselves trapped in a real-life gothic tale.
Mystery at Malachite Mansion: Book Two in the Malibu Mayhem Trilogy
by Carolyn KeeneNancy Drew and her friends aren't having the most restful Malibu vacation. After noticing pollution on the shores of their beautiful beachfront condo, they check into the shady "holistic spa" next door to investigate a motivational guru who could be tied to ocean garbage dumping! An environmental, ripped-from-the-headlines adventure, with some Kardashian sister look-alikes thrown in. Book two in the Malibu Mystery Trilogy.
Mystery at Marin Marsh (Rigby Literacy by Design)
by Denise M. Jordan Carol StutzNIMAC-sourced textbook