Dan Metcalf staat bekend om zijn fantasierijke kinderavonturenseries. Hij brengt een onderscheidende en speelse stem in zijn schrijven, en creëert werelden en personages die de verbeelding prikkelen. Zijn creatieve drive blijkt uit zijn ambitie om grote avonturenseries en originele superheldenstrips te ontwikkelen.
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! When a collection of Roman treasures comes to the museum, Lottie, Uncle Bert and Reg discover the legendary code of the Ninth Legion's Golden Eagle. Can Lottie and her friends break the code and find the treasure before a ruthless treasure hunter gets his hands on it? Perfect for developing and newly confident readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, adventure and puzzles for the reader to solve.
Set in 1928, the story follows nine-year-old investigator Lottie and her friends as they embark on a thrilling quest to locate a missing Egyptian cat statue that has mysteriously disappeared from the British Museum. As they unravel clues, the adventure unfolds, blending elements of mystery and friendship, showcasing the determination of young sleuths in a historical setting.
Adam Caine and his friends have been able to find two Dilotron crystals so far but they still need to find two more to deactivate the deadly Coda Program. One might be at the heart of Pteratopolis, the city of pterosaurs, but will Adam and Chloe be able to work together to get it?
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! After a late night break-in at the British Museum, Lottie, Great Uncle Bert and Reg the caretaker discover a mysterious clue on the Rosetta Stone that will lead them to the legendary Trident of Neptune. Can the group solve the clue and find the Trident before the canny thief, Bloomsbury Bill, beats them to it?Perfect for developing and newly confident middle grade readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, and puzzles for the reader to solve. With a courageous heroine (with a hint of Indiana Jones about her), children will love these historical adventures.
The story follows nine-year-old investigator Lottie and her friends as they embark on an adventure to locate the missing scroll of Alexandria. Their mission is crucial, as it aims to thwart the British Museum's Head Curator, who is intent on selling priceless books for profit. The narrative combines elements of mystery and friendship, highlighting themes of bravery and the importance of preserving history.
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! Lottie loves living in the museum with Great Uncle Bert but, when the Golden Cat of Cairo disappears at the launch of a new exhibition, Lottie's home is under threat. Can Lottie, Great Uncle Bert and Reg the caretaker follow the clues and find the ancient Egyptian cat in time, or will Lottie lose her home forever? Perfect for developing and newly confident middle grade readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, and puzzles for the reader to solve. With a courageous heroine (with a hint of Indiana Jones about her), children will love these historical adventures.
Exploring profound grief and faith, this narrative recounts the harrowing journey of Dan and Sue Metcalf as they face their son Matthew's battle with cancer and his eventual death. Amidst their heartache, they discover the depth of God's grace and sufficiency, transforming their pain into a testament of hope and mercy. The story intertwines personal loss with spiritual awakening, illustrating how the Metcalfs found strength and comfort in their faith, ultimately revealing that even in the darkest times, God is enough.
The Americanized version of "The Egyptian Enchantment: A Lottie Lipton Adventure" follows Lottie Lipton on her thrilling escapades. Set against the backdrop of ancient mysteries, Lottie navigates through enchanting landscapes and encounters intriguing characters, all while unraveling secrets of the past. The narrative combines adventure with elements of history and culture, appealing to readers who enjoy a blend of excitement and discovery in their literary journeys.
The realities of World War One on the front line, as experienced by a naïve young kitten. When young farm cat Tom is transported from his home in Devon to the trenches of World War One, he makes firm friends with boy soldier Jim. Adopting Tom as his lucky charm, Jim promises to get Tom home to Devon if he makes sure he gets through the war. Tom uses his senses and instinct to protect his friend, fighting his own fears and battles along the way. Between 1914 and 1918, thousands of cats were sent to the trenches in Belgium and France. This is the story of just one. In the centenary of the Great Wars, find out how lives were lived and lost in the trenches of the Somme. One hundred years on, ensure that we remember the fallen. - Fact driven and fully researched to give readers an accurate impression of life in wartime. - Ties in with history curriculum and the current centenary of the Great War. - The cat protagonist provides an impartial viewer of the fighting. - Contains educational glossary and afterword. - Inspired by tales such as Blitzcat by Robert Westall and The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips by Michael Morpurgo - Provides a view of war from the point of view of an innocent bystander like Fireweed by Jill Paton Walsh.
