Just as Henry reached for the light switch, there was a terrible crash. The Aldens could hardly believe their eyes when they saw Vanessa standing over...
No sooner had the professor gone inside, than Lindsay stepped out the door. I thought Id find you here, she told the Aldens with a smile. I just wante...
Its not much to go on, Jessie remarked as she made a copy of the rhyme. Benny was scratching his head. What I dont understand, he said, is how two can...
The Aldens got up early the next morning. They wanted to surprise Kate with a special breakfast. While they worked, they talked about Thanes rhyme. Ma...
You know, Kate, Vanessa said at breakfast the next morning, if its a check that bothers you, I can arrange to give you cash for your painting. Josh wa...
The children worked on the old desk all morning. After a lunch of grilled cheese sandwiches and coleslaw, they took a break to play Frisbee and cool o...
What a beautiful garden, Jessie said. The other Aldens agreed as they helped Kate gather flowers the next morning. Kate looked pleased. Thank you, Jes...
It didnt take the Aldens long to unpack. In no time at all, they were following the wonderful cooking smells down the stairs to the kitchen. As they s...
Has Kate ever tried solving the mystery, Grandfather? Jessie wondered as they left the little town of Chillwire behind. Oh, shes tried to figure it ou...
Its stuck! cried six-year-old Benny. His round face was red from tugging at the zipper on his suitcase. It wont budge an inch. Oh, Benny! said twelve-...
