Adventure on Whalebone Island - (Maple Harbour Adventures) by M A Wilson (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Children aged eight to twelve will love this classic tale of adventure that recalls an earlier era of outdoor fun, leisure, and independence. The first of three Maple Harbour Adventures, Adventure on Whalebone Island was shortlisted for the Chocolate Lily and Diamond Willow children's book awards.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Ryan and Kendra have come to Maple Harbour on the BC coast to spend their summer holidays with their aunt and uncle. They're expecting a leisurely holiday swimming and playing on the beach with their cousins Claire and Nathan. Claire, however, has other ideas - exploring islands in her sailboat and searching for sunken treasure. But what's hidden on mysterious Whalebone Island? Have the four of them come across a secret that others don't want discovered?</p><p>Children aged eight to twelve will love this classic tale of adventure that recalls an earlier era of outdoor fun, leisure, and independence. In today's over-scheduled society, Adventure on Whalebone Island stands apart for its celebration of the childhood joys of exciting outdoor exploits away from technology and the watchful eyes of parents. Filled with striking illustrations, Adventure on Whalebone Island is already a favorite of children, parents, and teachers alike.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><em>Adventure on Whalebone Island is a great read, and I cannot wait for the next book in the series. - Teresa Iaizzo, CM Magazine</em></p><p><em>Join Ryan, Kendra, Claire, Nathan, and their dog Meg as they try to solve the mystery of a missing boat. What awaits the children is an even bigger, more dangerous mystery! I couldn't put this book down! - Colleen H., Teacher</em></p><p><em>Young readers will enjoy this fast-paced adventure. - Oona T., Teacher/Librarian</em></p><p><em>Adventure on Whalebone Island reminded me of falling in love with reading classic adventure stories as a child. - Maria M., parent</em></p><p><em>I loved the book! It had mystery, and I'd love to be on an adventure just like these kids in the story. - Ava, age 10</em></p><p><em>The book follows classic children's adventure story lines... a fun book for children under 12. - Jan Degrass, Coast Reporter</em></p><p><em>Adventure on Whalebone Island may be favourably compared to those (Arthur Ransome) classics, incorporating the key elements on the coast of British Columbia. - Audrey Driscoll, audreydriscoll.com</em></p><p><em>Thank you for enabling this day </em>... <em>the first day my 9 yr old son can NOT put a chapter book down and must find out what happens next. He's hooked and I'm so delighted! Please write more! </em><em>- </em><em>Sandra M., parent</em></p><p><em>Adventure on Whalebone Island reminds of my own childhood spent devouring Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew mystery books.</em><em> - Debra Schoenberger, #redhead.with.book</em></p><br>
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