The Dog Snatcher, Guardians of Time Book 1: A children's fantasy adventure - Phyllis Wheeler

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Recognized as premier fiction for kids--winner of a Purple Butterfly award, and named a 2023 finalist for the prestigious Selah Awards. For ages 8-11. n Eleven-year-old Jake is amazed when a teenage boy kidnaps the family dog and vanishes. Jake and his twin Ava are determined to find their dog, and soon they use an abandoned key to seek help in--of all places--a clock shop. This clock shop travels through time and space, piloted by a 700-year-old Swiss alchemist. But the dog snatcher isn't easy to catch. He's a centuries-old alchemist too. A famly-friendly chapter book full of surprises, including a trip to France in 1680. --- Ever since my son has read that book he is wanting to read more. (Smiley face) I am so grateful.--Mrs. Kennedy. n A wholesome romp through time, and readers learn a little history about Vienna and Lyon along the way. -Author of the beloved Andi Carter books, Susan K. Marlow. n  This is a fun journey of laughter and learning. The mystery includes a pirate key, an ancient clock shop, forgiveness, truth, new friends and family ties that warm the heart.-Azalea Dabill, author. n I really think it's a great book. It's interesting and definitely engaging.-E.S., age 10. --- n Phyllis Wheeler writes time-travel stories for kids with a bit of fantasy thrown in. Her award-winning books for kids feature strong families and a moral compass. She and her husband live in St. Louis. Be on the lookout for new releases in this series! nThe kid just wants his beloved dog back. n Disbelief and shock fill eleven-year-old Jake when a stranger grabs his dog. Jake and his twin Ava chase the scruffy teen down their suburban street, but then the thief vanishes into thin air! So ... what is this ancient-looking skeleton key Jake finds in the street? Turning it in the air takes the twins-somewhere else. It's a time-travel key! n Jake can't believe it when the twins find themselves face-to-face with a helpful 700-year-old Swiss alchemist. Surely this man can help them find their missing dog. But the dog snatcher won't be easy to catch. He is a centuries-old alchemist too! n This action/adventure tale was designated a finalist for the prestigious Selah Award for Christian Fiction. n A story full of surprises, including a trip to France in 1680. For kids 8-11, containing 18 illustrations. Lexile(R) reading level 550L, or 2nd grade. Now with a comprehensive 5-week homeschool study guide, focused on Christian living. n Ever s