The Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburgh

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The Third Floor Bedroom
It all began when someone left the window open.

The Seven Chairs
The fifth one ended up in France.

Another Place, Another Time
If there was an answer, he'd find it there.

Archie Smith, Boy Wonder
A tiny voice asked, "Is he the one?"


Captain Tory
He swung his lantern three times and slowly the schooner appeared.

The Harp
So it's true he thought, it's really true.
Hana's Story


The House on Maple Street
It was a perfect lift-off.
Hillary's Story

A Strange Day in July
He threw with all his might, but the third stone came skipping back.
April's Story
Sara's Story

Just Desert
She lowered the knife and it grew even brighter.
Nick's Story

Mr. Linden's Library
He had warned her about the book.
Adam's Story
Ariel's Story
Samantha's Story

Oscar and Alphonse
She knew it was time to send them back. The caterpillars softly wiggled in her hand, spelling out "goodbye."

Under the Rug
Two weeks passed and it happened again.
Minji's Story
R.J.'s Story
Robbie's Story

Uninvited Guests
His heart was pounding. He was sure he had seen the doorknob move.
Andrew's Story
Gabbie's Story
John's Story

Missing in Venice
Even with her mighty engines in reverse, the ocean liner was pulled further and further into the canal.

Stories written by students in Mrs. Farina's Grade 7 English class inspired by the artwrok of Chris Van Allsburgh.