Grandpa's Buried Treasure


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Michael J. Rider grew up on a farm. He currently resides in Ohio with his lovely wife, Debbie. He taught mechanical engineering courses at Ohio Northern University for forty-two years. During that time, he wrote ten engineering textbooks. Since his retirement, he has written several children’s short stories. This story is the first in this series.










The Dream Mystery


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The Adventures of Chris and Tom’S Grandpa


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I wrote this with my Grandfather's heartfelt stories of the last century, then my imagination finished it, for people who like to follow a good story about treasure hunting. It also tells of the sucesses and failures that can lead someone to achieving the good things in life, just by trying hard. I hope you enjoy reading these books. They are rated G, for "Great reading for all ages". May they bring a smile to your face.




Grandpa's Magic Carpet and the Lost Treasure


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When Grandpa buys an old piece of carpet to practice his putting on, and it is a magic carpet, all manner of exciting things happen. Grandpa gathers his grandchildren and he takes them on a journey to find lost treasure. On a sailing ship, manned by a Parrot and a monkey, they sail off to find Mr. Rainbow. Grandpa as 'Captain' and the kids as seamen, they encounter adventures with dolphins, flying fish, a whale, and an eagle named Betsy. They do discover rich treasure; they also discover a type of treasure moth, dust, or rust can't decay or be stolen




Grandpa's Stolen Treasure


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Great-Grandpa's Hidden Treasure


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Aaron Gilbert Fowler wanted his ma to be happy, so he resigned himself to her marriage to the Reverend Massey. Unfortunately, the reverend's bratty daughter, Serenity, was part of the package. But these were the least of Aaron worries. Times were hard and he didn't know how they were going to make the mortgage payments on the farm. They could lose the land that his pa had loved so much. Then, his Granny Bates told him about a family treasure that his great-grandpa had hidden during the Civil War. Filled with hope, Aaron vowed to find the treasure and save the farm. Sequel to Molasses Making Time.




Grandpa Lizard's Southwest Treasure Hunt


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Disclaimer: If you don't live in southern Arizona where the clues are hidden the treasure will be almost impossible to find, therefore you may not want to purchase this book. (Although it does stand on its own as a children's book.)This book is a real "Treasure Hunt" with clues hidden in various places scattered around southern Arizona. The clues point to the location of the main prize which is a U.S. Customs Department Sterling Silver coin.I was greatly influenced by Kit Williams' book, "Masquerade."The treasure I've hidden isn't nearly as valuable as Mr. Williams' 18-carat goldjewel-encrusted rabbit but a Sterling Silver coin is nothing to shake a stick at either. Besides, treasure hunts are just plain fun.Unlike traditional Arm Chair treasure hunts, "Grampa Lizard's treasure hunt" is interactive. It's kind of a mix between a traditional arm chair treasure hunt and a geo cashe hunt. Not only do you have to find the clues in the book you have to go outside and physically find the others.I will check on the clues each month. If I find one (or all) the clues have been discovered I will wait an additional 2 weeks before I post them on my blog site http://grandpalizardtreasurehunt.wordpress.com This gives whoever found them a head start in the hunt.After I post the clue if you would like to send me a photo of you finding it I will gladly post your photo.One further note:For metal detector enthusiasts: The actual silver coin is not buried anywhere. There is a non metal representation of the treasure hidden out there that - when found, can be exchanged for the coin.Happy hunting