Books with title Secret of the Missing Teacup

Charlie Brooks, a black child, prays for God's help when he goes to the new federal city of Washington to search for his father who is working there, and ends up mixed up with President Adams, his granddaughter, and a proposed peace treaty with the French.Charlie Brooks, a Black child, prays for God's help when he goes to the new federal city of Washington to search for his father who is working there, and ends up helping President Adams

Twelve-year-old April Matthews has just moved into her great-aunt's creepy southern mansion. Within days, she uncovers a century-old family mystery, tales of ghosts, and the long-lost diary of her great-great grandmother. Are the mysterious dreams she is having related to the secret? Will she be able to solve the mystery before time runs out? This mystery is a fun read for 8 to 12 year olds.

Editorial Reviews: Secret of the Missing GraveFrom School Library Journal"Bean and Ab always spend their summers together on the Maine island where Bean lives. This year, Bean tells Ab that the boarding house where she is staying with her parents is haunted, and the two friends become immersed in the history of the house and solving a mystery involving missing treasure and stolen paintings. When they discover an intricate pulley system that makes a floor rise, thus revealing a hidden tunnel, the two escape serious harm just as the floor stops inches from crushing them against the ceiling. This well-structured tale never loses momentum. Bean and Ab are likable characters who move through the story, unearthing clues that take them closer to solving a mystery that has existed for more than 100 years. Their youthful enthusiasm, investigative prowess, and endearing friendship make for interesting characterization. The carefully orchestrated chapters and the fast pace will hold children's attention throughout."Dana Wilde - Bangor Daily News, Sunday Book Review"The Secret of the Missing Grave is an impossible-to-put-down mystery for readers aged eight to fourteen (and adults with a child-like sense of adventure!). Suspense builds neatly from chapter to chapter, and the ending is richly satisfying."The Horn Book"Crossman's Secret of the Missing Grave is a gripping and well-imagined adventure mystery." Portland Press Herald"Be warned...you'll find this suspenseful volume as fascinating as your youngster will."

Big Trouble Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are nervous about visiting their mother's friend Mrs. Taylor. The old lady is strict, but the girls love the beautiful furniture and decorations in her house. When they find a lovely silver tea set, they can't resist breaking the rules to play with it. Then they discover that one of the pieces is missing! Can they find it before Mrs. Taylor discovers that it's gone?