Dan Metcalf is known for his engaging children's adventure series. He approaches writing with a playful spirit, aiming to create imaginative worlds and memorable characters that captivate young readers. His ambition extends to developing original comic book heroes, showcasing a passion for the adventure genre.
Set in 1928, the story follows nine-year-old investigator Lottie and her friends as they embark on a thrilling quest to locate a missing Egyptian cat statue that has mysteriously disappeared from the British Museum. As they unravel clues, the adventure unfolds, blending elements of mystery and friendship, showcasing the determination of young sleuths in a historical setting.
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! After a late night break-in at the British Museum, Lottie, Great Uncle Bert and Reg the caretaker discover a mysterious clue on the Rosetta Stone that will lead them to the legendary Trident of Neptune. Can the group solve the clue and find the Trident before the canny thief, Bloomsbury Bill, beats them to it?Perfect for developing and newly confident middle grade readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, and puzzles for the reader to solve. With a courageous heroine (with a hint of Indiana Jones about her), children will love these historical adventures.
The story follows nine-year-old investigator Lottie and her friends as they embark on an adventure to locate the missing scroll of Alexandria. Their mission is crucial, as it aims to thwart the British Museum's Head Curator, who is intent on selling priceless books for profit. The narrative combines elements of mystery and friendship, highlighting themes of bravery and the importance of preserving history.
First published in 2016 by Bloomsbury Education.
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! Lottie loves living in the museum with Great Uncle Bert but, when the Golden Cat of Cairo disappears at the launch of a new exhibition, Lottie's home is under threat. Can Lottie, Great Uncle Bert and Reg the caretaker follow the clues and find the ancient Egyptian cat in time, or will Lottie lose her home forever? Perfect for developing and newly confident middle grade readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, and puzzles for the reader to solve. With a courageous heroine (with a hint of Indiana Jones about her), children will love these historical adventures.
The Americanized version of "The Egyptian Enchantment: A Lottie Lipton Adventure" follows Lottie Lipton on her thrilling escapades. Set against the backdrop of ancient mysteries, Lottie navigates through enchanting landscapes and encounters intriguing characters, all while unraveling secrets of the past. The narrative combines adventure with elements of history and culture, appealing to readers who enjoy a blend of excitement and discovery in their literary journeys.
Based on CITV's most-watched after school show starring Johnny Vegas! Packed with character profiles, story spreads, silly pranks and fun games, An Official Guide to... The Rubbish World of Dave Spud is a must-have for fans of the show.
Welcome to the British Museum, home to Lottie Lipton: nine-year-old investigator extraordinaire! Lottie has lived in the British Museum all her life - she thought she knew it like the back of her hand! But when she finds herself locked in a secret tunnel deep beneath the museum she starts to worry that she might never escape. Can Lottie, Uncle Bert and Reg solve the puzzles to find their way out of the maze of passageways? Perfect for developing and newly confident readers, Lottie Lipton Adventures are packed with action, excitement and puzzles for the reader to solve.
Catastrophe, la pièce la plus précieuse de la nouvelle exposition a disparu juste avant l'inauguration ! Lottie et ses amis devront la retrouver avant le début de la soirée... Pas de temps à perdre, le compte à rebours a commencé !
