Timmi Tobbson Big Boxed Set: Solve-Them-Yourself Picture Mystery Adventures for Boys and Girls aged 8-12 (Books 1-3)

Book Synopsis: Ages 8-12 | Chapter Book | Short Attention Spans | 30+ Mysteries to Solve

This - BRAND NEW - slipcase edition contains the first three books of the Timmi Tobbson series for adventurers and sleuths aged 8-12.

Legend of the Star Runner: Following the clues concealed within a centuries-old family legacy, Timmi Tobbson and his friends hope to save a dear friend. But only twenty-four hours remain to unravel the legend of a long-lost pirate ship, buried somewhere deep beneath the city streets. Unbeknownst to them, their search awakens a mystical dark power, sworn to protect what is hidden on board the once famous Star Runner.

Legacy of the Inventor: A world famous inventor disappears under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind clues to a well-hidden secret. In a race against time, Timmi Tobbson and his friends hope to uncover and save the inventor's legacy, while an old and powerful enemy resurfaces, stopping at nothing to get there first.

Secrets of the Last Pirate: On the sandy bottom of the Caribbean Sea, the treasure ship of a legendary pirate fleet is discovered. Timmi, Lilli, and Marvin are allowed to visit the excavation site and soon find themselves following the mysterious trail to an ancient and well-guarded secret. Behind the scenes, an unscrupulous adversary is pulling out all the stops to prevent their discovery.

Unravel 'solve-them-yourself picture mysteries' and uncover all secrets of the Timmi Tobbson universe!

Mysteries to Solve: Every adventure book is divided into 31 concise chapters, each of which ends with a puzzle to be solved by finding and interpreting visual clues concealed within a beautiful color illustration. Suited for explorers and sleuths young and old. Children under 8 years may need assistance in solving some of the puzzles. Grade level: 4 and up.

A Story for the Heart - A Challenge to the Mind: A Timmi Tobbson adventure is always and above all a story about friendship. And about the drive to explore, to inquire and to second-guess. All three main characters require perseverance and courage to succeed, and derive the necessary strength from their friendship.

Gets Kids' Eyes Off Screens: Timmi Tobbson books are designed to also engage today's young video gamers and water their taste for books. One of the main reasons for the appeal of video games is a frequent feeling of accomplishment. These books are designed to achieve the same. The 31 concise chapters, each ending with a puzzle to be solved, provide an equally rewarding experience. The high-quality visuals are another reason video gaming kids will feel right at home.

Beautiful Color Illustrations: Timmi Tobbson gives readers the best of both worlds, merging the visual appeal of a graphic novel with text-based storytelling's power to spark imagination.

Psst: Each book contains a hidden puzzle which is unrelated to the story and involves all thirty-one main illustrations.

---Manufactured in North America / Europe: This book has been entirely manufactured - printed, bound and packed - by North American (USA and / or Canada) or European companies.---

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Especially for fans of: Adventures of the Black Hand Gang, Gravity Falls, Get a Clue, Captain Underpants, A to Z Mysteries, Dog Man, Boxcar Children, Encyclopedia Brown, Hardy Boys, Ballpark Mysteries, Seek and Find / Hidden Pictures, Video Games Featuring Exploration, Video Games Featuring Puzzle Solving, Point and Click Adventure Games