Book 151 of the Boxcar Children series. This book was more treasure hunt than mystery, but fun with a happy ending. Fun comparison of what life was like 100 years ago. The hunt takes them all over, town and ends with an interesting treasure. A fun read.

Book 159 of the Boxcar Children series. This time it is out to the farm to learn all about beekeeping and solve another mystery. This explains the basics of beekeeping, including safety equipment, hive management, and swarms. Overall a wonderful introduction to beekeeping and a fun little mystery to keep the interest.

Book 145 of the Boxcar Children series. This one takes us to another town and another relative and this one is running for mayor. Of course there is something strange going on a the Alden kids are there to figure out what is going on. The thing that I love that is addressed in this…

Book 12 of The Good Guys. If you can’t beat them just get swallowed and fight your way out. Montana in the desert / Wild West style. This was a fun change of pace where not everyone the city is in danger and the whole pressures of tiling are on the back burner. This style…

Book 11 of The Good Guys. This time our hero Montana, deals with all of the recent losses while at the same time continuing to fight the night goblins. I am hoping this post comes to a final head in the next book. Not to worry, he gets covered in blood and guess like normal.…

The Aldens go to a camp to help them learn to survive. Strange comments make them think more might be going on than meets the eyes. Mostly this is just a fun hike through the woods talking about various survival skills. I loved how they highlighted paying attention to the things going on as you…

Book 153 of the Boxcar Children series. A huge storm has thrown the town for a loop, but strange things are happening at the ice cream shop. As the cleanup begins, the Aldens begin to notice that there is a deeper mystery. I liked that this book talked about accountability for the criminals involved. Also,…

Book 151 of the Boxcar Children series. Everything about sea turtles. The children are off on an adventure to find the person who is poaching sea turtles eggs. This book is an in-depth look at sea turtle conservation. It is also a lesson in being careful on what you think you know as you may…

Book 152 of the Boxcar Children series. This one is all about superstitions, if you could not tell by the title. A mysterious fire and plenty of suspects leave us wondering who caused the fire. The book is a great balance of mystery and hard work. There point of the novel is to introduce several…

Book 149 of the Boxcar Children series. This focuses in on teaching about the Day of the Dead, with a follow up at the end explaining about it and giving some good examples. The mystery is a simple innocent mystery of childhood and not nefarious as some of the others. This one felt like something…