Tips, thoughts and travels with the Donaldson family
Best Mystery Books for Kids Ages 9–12: Thrilling Stories Young Readers Will Love
Finding the right book for children aged 9–12 can be exciting, especially when young readers enjoy clues, adventure, suspense, and stories that keep them guessing. Mystery books for kids offer more than entertainment. They encourage curiosity, observation, imagination, and the desire to discover what happens next. For children who enjoy solving puzzles and following clever characters, the Lakeland Mysteries series
Penny’s Precepts
The fictional character of Penny Donaldson has had a varied career, starting as a teacher of geography at a remote private school where….
Penny’s Take-Down Techniques
Penny Donaldson’s Guide to Take-down Techniques for Combatting, Rogues, Ruffians and Spies …..
Jim’s Cookery Book for Fathers of Girls
Jim Donaldson is the father of Mae and Isla Donaldson. The family lives in Cockermouth, in a house on the Main….
Jim’s Jaunts (Lake District Pub Walks)
Jim Donaldson is the father of Mae and Isla Donaldson. The family lives in Cockermouth, in a house on the Main….
Mae’s Methods
Mae has a strong sense of moral courage and the attitude of “I am not afraid”. She’s also very organised and takes nothing at face value….
Isla’s Designs for Dreamers
Isla loves to be out in the beauty of the fells in the Lake District. She loves to draw and paint and has a huge selection of artists materials…..