Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2022-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a famous show dog "Mr. Binxley" is stolen, Ava and Carol, twelve-year-old detectives, jump at the opportunity to track down the dognapper. A strand of hair, a giant shoe-print - the girls begin putting together a series of clues and suspects that lead them closer to the bad guy. But just when they think they've figured everything out, a new clue is revealed that changes everything. Suddenly, the girls are back to square one, and time is running out for Mr. Binxley. Join Ava and Carol in book four of the exciting Ava & Carol Detective Agency series. Children of all ages will enjoy this fast-paced book. Dognapped showcases Ava and Carol's investigative and forensic skills as they dust for fingerprints, collect and analyze hair samples, cast footprints, create a hidden camera and use mobile apps and the internet to help catch the bad guys.
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2022-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ruthless international diamond smugglers think they've gotten away with the perfect crime, stealing the famous Ramesses diamonds from the Hancock Museum of Archeology. Until... Twelve-year olds Ava and Carol explode onto the scene. Bursting at the seams with energy and sass, the humbly hip duo is determined to catch the bad guys and return the stolen jewels. It's a race against time as the girls realize the thieves plan on smuggling the diamonds out of the country. If they don't hurry, the bad guys will get away and the priceless diamonds may be lost forever! Ava & Carol Detective Agency - The Mystery of the Pharaoh's Diamonds is a middle grade mystery that's perfect for curious-minded middle-schoolers. If you and your child like puzzling mysteries, fearless and funny characters, and unbreakable friendships, then you'll love Thomas Lockhaven's high-energy adventure. Buy The Mystery of the Pharaoh's Diamonds and follow the clues in a crime-solving sensation today!
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A famous Van Gogh painting has been stolen from the National Gallery of Art. Or was it? Why risk such a brazen robbery in broad daylight? Was the theft a ruse for something more nefarious? Join super sleuths Ava and Carol as they unravel a secret plot that may lead to a fortune, hidden during the Civil War. The clues lead the girls from the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. to a famous historic church in Richmond, Virginia to the mighty James River--where they are caught up in a high stakes-race to solve the mystery and find the treasure before the thieves. Things go from bad to worse when the malicious-minded-thieves begin targeting Ava's parents, and threaten her father's life, if the girls don't back down. Will Carol and Ava get to the treasure in time, save Ava's father, and put the bad guys where they belong? Follow the clues in this riveting middle-school mystery thriller. Ava & Carol Detective Agency - The Eye of God is the fifth book in this middle grade mystery series that's perfect for curious-minded middle-schoolers. If you and your child like puzzling mysteries, fearless and funny characters, and unbreakable friendships, then you'll love Thomas Lockhaven's high-energy adventure. Buy The Eye of God, a suspenseful mystery romp that is bound to delight your child
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2022-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Christmas-so why not accept a dare to explore a creepy old haunted house? Ava and Carol set out to prove that the Butcher house isn't haunted. Only, Carol is pretty sure she saw something inside one of the windows...
Download or read book The Agency written by Monica McGurk and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2022-01-04 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Norwood Nanny Chronicles begin . . . When American orphan, Bree, arrives at Norwood College—the elite English training ground of nannies to the world’s rich and powerful—she knows that making it through the first year to land a spot in the coveted certificate program is the key to her future. She also knows she can’t go it alone, bonding quickly with her groupmates: an errant (and broke) nobleman, son of one of England’s oldest families; the ambitious and whip-smart daughter of a self-made immigrant; and the ditzy, husband-hunting daughter of a disgraced playboy aristocrat. What none of them realize is that there is more to Norwood than meets the eye: the school itself may unlock the secrets of Bree’s own shadowy past, and the classmates’ very lives will depend on their ability to work together to meet the dangers ahead.
Download or read book The Girl with the Silver Eyes written by Willo Davis Roberts and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “There’s something strange about that kid.” At least that’s what everyone says, but they don’t know the truth. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, this classic novel continues to enthrall. Katie Welker is used to being alone. She would rather read a book than deal with other people. Other people don’t have silver eyes. Other people can’t make things happen just by thinking about them! But these special powers make Katie unusual, and it’s hard to make friends when you’re unusual. Katie knows that she’s different but she’s never done anything to hurt anyone so why is everyone afraid of her? Maybe there are other kids out there who have the same silver eyes…and the same talents…and maybe they’ll be willing to help her.
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-13 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you enjoy Nancy Drew, historical fiction and crime-solving mysteries, you'll love the 'Ava and Carol Detective Agency' series, a thrilling mystery series for children of all ages. Praise for The Ava and Carol Detective Agency Series 'I enjoyed the pacing, resolution and how they used real criminal science methods to find clues and discover who did it. It reminded me of Encyclopedia Brown.' 'This is an excellent middle school read with great characters and a wonderful storyline to keep the young mind engaged.' This book includes: Dognapped When a famous show dog "Mr. Binxley" is stolen, Ava and Carol, twelve-year-old detectives, jump at the opportunity to track down the dognapper. A strand of hair, a giant shoe-print - the girls begin putting together a series of clues and suspects that lead them closer to the bad guy. But just when they think they've figured everything out, a new clue is revealed that changes everything. Suddenly, the girls are back to square one, and time is running out for Mr. Binxley. Dognapped showcases Ava and Carol's investigative and forensic skills as they dust for fingerprints, collect and analyze hair samples, cast footprints, create a hidden camera and use mobile apps and the internet to help catch the bad guys. The Eye of God A famous Van Gogh painting has been stolen from the National Gallery of Art. Or was it? Why risk such a brazen robbery in broad daylight? Was the theft a ruse for something more nefarious? Join super sleuths Ava and Carol as they unravel a secret plot that may lead to a fortune, hidden during the Civil War. The clues lead the girls from the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. to a famous historic church in Richmond, Virginia to the mighty James River--where they are caught up in a high stakes-race to solve the mystery and find the treasure before the thieves. Things go from bad to worse when the malicious-minded-thieves begin targeting Ava's parents, and threaten her father's life, if the girls don't back down. Will Carol and Ava get to the treasure in time, save Ava's father, and put the bad guys where they belong? Follow the clues in this riveting middle-school mystery thriller. The Crown Jewels Mystery What could be more thrilling than solving a hundred-year crime? Ava and Carol enter a contest where the stakes are high. Find the famed Irish Crown Jewels and win a $10,000 prize. If anyone can locate these priceless treasures, it's Ava and Carol, middle school super sleuths extraordinaire. The girls, along with their friend Derik, embark on an adventure to solve the mystery of the missing jewels. If they win, they agree to use the reward money to help a mother with a physically challenged child get a much-needed surgery. Ava and Carol uncover secrets hidden within historical landmarks. Join the girls as they trek across Concord and Lexington, Massachusetts and compete with other contestants, some of whom have nefarious intentions. One mystery soon leads to another, forcing Ava, Carol, and Derik to use every detective skill they possess to crack the clues, and stay ahead of the competition. Buy the exciting Ava and Carol Detective Agency Books 4-6, and get started on an exciting mystery adventure today!
Download or read book In the Company of Cheerful Ladies written by Alexander McCall Smith and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2005-04-19 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fans around the world adore the bestselling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series and its proprietor, Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier lady detective. In this charming series, Mma Ramotswe—with help from her loyal associate, Grace Makutsi—navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, good humor, and the occasional cup of tea. Precious is busier than usual at the detective agency when she discovers an intruder in her house on Zebra Drive—and perhaps even more baffling—a pumpkin on her porch. Her associate, Mma Makutsi, also has a full plate. She's taken up dance lessons, only to be partnered with a man with two left feet. And at Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, where Mr J.L.B. Matekoni is already overburdened with work, one of his apprentices has run off with a wealthy older woman. But what finally rattles Mma Ramotswe’s normally unshakable composure is a visitor who forces her to confront a difficult secret from her past.
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2023-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an Exciting Adventure in the Amazon Jungle! Get ready for an exhilarating journey as Ava and Carol face dangerous animals, a legendary creature haunting the forest, and ruthless smugglers in The Curse of the Red Devil. Navigating treacherous landscapes, battling a powerful thunderstorm, and confronting the menacing Red Devil, they must now stop a group of poachers from causing chaos in the Rainforest. Filled with suspense, and unwavering determination, can these young heroes outsmart their heartless enemies? Brace yourself for an action-packed trip through the Amazon Jungle that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the thrilling end.
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-22 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you enjoy Nancy Drew, historical fiction and crime-solving mysteries, you'll love the 'Ava and Carol Detective Agency' series, a thrilling mystery series for children of all ages.
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by Ava & Carol Detective Agency. This book was released on 2023-06-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join Ava, Carol, and Derik in a high-stakes chase for the long-lost Irish Crown Jewels. Will they outsmart their ruthless competitors and claim the $10,000 reward?
Download or read book Collected City Country Volume No 1 written by Sarah Richardson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-04-28 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cut through the clutter with a compilation of HGTV star and award-winning designer Sarah Richardson’s favourite places and things, all following up on the bestselling success of Sarah Style and At Home: Sarah Style. Collected by Sarah Richardson is a new series of books that contains an ever-changing mood board of favourite things—from interior and exterior spaces to products, places, and creative people. Packed with never-before-seen photos, every page is filled with Sarah’s trademark warmth, humour, and get-it-done advice. “Whether you’re tackling a ground-up build, a gut renovation, or simply looking to make the most of a weekend DIY,” she says, “these pages and guidance from our experts will inspire, excite, and inform your design adventures.” In “City + Country,” the debut volume, Sarah celebrates the best of both beloved styles. Wide-open spaces and fresh-air farmhouses find a home alongside jewel box‒like urban abodes and crave-worthy new getaways, ensuring that there’s something inside for every design lover and delivering an aspirational design book that captures the looks that are unique to Sarah. For readers who want to get behind the scenes of Sarah’s life or apply her style to their own living spaces, every issue of Collected is a must-have read and a keepsake well worth collecting.
Download or read book Mystery of the Egyptian Amulet written by Scott Peters and published by Best Day Books For Young Readers. This book was released on with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kid Detective Zet must unmask a jewelry forger's ring to save his best friend in this gripping case. 12-year-old Zet is on the trail of his latest mystery: priceless amulets are disappearing all over ancient Egypt. Worse, his best friend is being treated more like a prisoner than a student at a secretive jewelry apprentice school. Are the evil teachers and jewel thefts related? When Zet receives a desperate message hidden inside an amulet, he's determined to rescue his friend. Armed with a brainy sister who can read and write hieroglyphics, Zet searches for clues. Can he expose the wicked plot and take down the criminals before it's too late? Find out in this page-turning mystery! From the creator of over 300 museum and science center exhibits worldwide comes a story that brings ancient civilizations and Egyptian mythology to life. What kids are saying: "I am 11 years old. I could not put this book down." What parents are saying: "has reread them more than once!" What teachers are saying: "students ask to borrow the book" Perfect for fans of the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Mr. Lemoncello's Library, Rick Riordan's Kane Chronicles, and for all kids who love ancient Egypt. Plunge into action in a land that's home to pyramids and tombs, mummies, the Sphinx, Cleopatra, King Tut, and a pantheon of fascinating gods. Don your detective hat, pack your bags, and set off for ancient Egypt!
Download or read book Where Is the Justice Engaged Pedagogies in Schools and Communities written by Valerie Kinloch and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This inspirational book is about engaged pedagogies, an approach to teaching and learning that centers dialogue, listening, equity, and connection among stakeholders who understand the human and ecological cost of inequality. The authors share their story of working with students, teachers, teacher educators, families, community members, and union leaders to create transformative practices within and beyond public school classrooms. This collaborative work occurred within various spaces—inside school buildings, libraries, churches, community gardens, nonprofit organizations, etc.—and afforded opportunities to grapple with engaged pedagogies in times of political crisis. Featuring descriptions from a district-wide initiative, this book offers practical and theoretical resources for educators wanting to center justice in their work with students. Through question-posing, color images, empirical observations, and use of scholarly and practitioner-driven literature, readers will learn how to use these resources to reconfigure schools and classrooms as sites of engagement for equity, justice, and love. Book Features: Provides a sound approach to deeply taking up the work of justice and engaged pedagogies.Presents linguistic, cultural, theoretical, and practical ideas that can be used and implemented immediately. Includes reflective questions, found poetry, lesson ideas, storytelling as narrative, and examples of engaged pedagogies. Shares stories from a district-wide initiative that embedded engaged pedagogies within classrooms, counseling offices, and libraries.Showcases original artwork and images in full color by Grace D. Player, one of the coauthors.
Download or read book Ava XOX written by Carol Weston and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Return to the world of Ava and Pip in the third book in the series, featuring the beloved diary format and strong, spunky Ava...this time during Valentine's Day! This installment follows Ava as she discovers her first crush, deals with a friend being bullied, and learning the power of words (and how to be careful with them). Love is in the air—and Ava thinks she's allergic. Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and Ava couldn't care less. That is, until a new girl, Kelli, asks out Ava's friend Chuck...and he says yes! What?!? Ava is NOT okay with this. But since when does she think about boys? For the first time ever, words fail Ava. She isn't sure what she's feeling (Like? Love? Friendship? Frustration?), or what "going out" even means. After all, fifth graders aren't allowed to go anywhere by themselves, are they? To top it off, Pip's friend Tanya is being bullied for her size. Ava wants to help—but, uh oh, it's not as easy as she imagines. Pick up Ava XOX if you are looking for: A relatable story perfect for family discussion Books on growing up for 10 year old girls Books on first crushes for tweens Reluctant readers Aspiring writers
Download or read book Ava Carol Detective Agency written by Thomas Lockhaven and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-22 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Move over Santa! This year, Ava and Carol are figuring out who's naughty or nice. There's a time of year that's full of cheer-but this December, not everything is quite so merry for Ava and Carol Detective Agency. For their holiday house-sitting gig has gone ho-ho-horribly wrong, and now Mr. Parker's prized painting is missing! With Christmas Eve approaching, the girls have little time to tie this burglary up in a bow, and so they'll need some help from their best friend Derik. Using state-of-the-art hacking skills and the trained brains of the best super-sleuths in the business, Ava and Carol set out to unwrap this mystery. However, when the trail of clues leads them to a devastating personal discovery, all bets are off on whether this Christmas will be very merry after all. How can the girls reconcile terrible deeds when they are done by good people? And how can they turn their backs on a friend at a time like this? Only with quick-thinking, fast fingers, and big hearts will Ava, Carol, and Derik retrieve the painting in time and put the real bad guys away for good. Join the crew and follow the clues as you can uncover the greatest gifts in this world are the things we do for others in Ava & Carol Detective Agency: Christmas Thief!
Download or read book Ava and Taco Cat written by Carol Weston and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ava desperately wants a pet for her eleventh birthday-but gets way more than she bargained for when she adopts T-A-C-O-C-A-T. When Ava Wren hears about an injured yellow tabby with mismatched ears, she becomes obsessed and wants to rescue him. She even picks out a perfect palindromic name: T-A-C-O-C-A-T. But when Taco joins the family, he doesn't snuggle or purr-all he does is hide. Worse, Ava's best friend starts hanging out with Zara, a new girl in fifth grade. Ava feels alone and writes an acclaimed story, "The Cat Who Wouldn't Purr." What begins as exciting news turns into a disaster. How can Ava make things right? And what about sweet, scared little Taco? The New York Times called AVA AND PIP "a love letter to language. " With this second diary, Girls' Life advice columnist Carol Weston hits another home run.
