"The South Seas are full of cutthroat pirates," Mr. Alkorn said, pointing to a poster. "But he's the worst--the most ruthless of them all!"

While on vacation at Lake Powell and the Grand Canyon, thirteen-year-old twins Bryce and Ashley try to prevent the theft of a famous tennis player's necklace, only to land their entire family in danger.

When eighth grade begins, twins Ashley and Bryce get caught up in investigating why their principal left under mysterious circumstances, even as they struggle to get along with his replacement, who seems to be out to get them.

While participating in a forensics contest, twins Ashley and Bryce investigate not only the disappearance of a college student but also behind-the-scenes dirty tricks during the public speaking competition.

Reporter Buck Denver introduces kids to key figures in the Old Testament.