Lily S Treasure Map

Lily's Treasure Map is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.1.7 and Literacy.L.1.1. Large color photographs and illustrated and annotated maps accompanied by narrative nonfiction text teach young readers how to read a basic map along with Lily. Readers will learn to interpret directions through guided map sets and helpful prompts and questions. This book should be paired with “How Do I Get There?" (9781448887798) from the Rosen Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

Lily's Treasure Map is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.1.7 and Literacy.L.1.1. Large color photographs and illustrated and annotated maps accompanied by narrative nonfiction text teach young readers how to read a basic map along with Lily. Readers will learn to interpret directions through guided map sets and helpful prompts and questions. This book should be paired with “How Do I Get There?" (9781448887798) from the Rosen Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

"Bailey the Pup and the Buried Treasure" is a sweet story for kids that takes place in Seabreeze Cove, a small beach town. The stars of the story are Lily, Bailey's owner and best friend, and Bailey, a Golden Retriever who likes to explore. They fit together perfectly because they are always looking for fun and new things to do. Every day feels like a brand-new, exciting adventure for them. As they walk along the beach one sunny morning, Bailey's nose picks up a scent that is different from the smell of the water and the salty air. This scent starts their most recent trip. Because Bailey has such a great sense of smell, their trips have always been exciting, and this time is no different. They start their adventure when they find a treasure map partly buried in the sand. The map has beautiful pictures of a tall lighthouse, a delicate seashell, and palm trees. The map shows big experiences and hidden things that need to be found. The map in hand and a strong will to find the hidden treasure in Seabreeze Cove gave Lily and Bailey the courage to go. They visit other places on the map that their travels lead them to, like a grove of palm trees, a beautiful lighthouse, and a quiet bay full of seashells. They have setbacks and disappointments along the way, but their friendship and drive help them get through it. Finally, they find a treasure chest hidden in the sand of the faraway cove. Their finding backs up the idea that what makes them valuable is their friendship and the fun things they do together. They find many beautiful seashells and pearls inside the chest, along with a note that says, "The real treasure is the adventures you share and the love you hold." As Lily and Bailey go home with their new finds, they think about the day and decide that their best quality is their friendship. When the story ends, they are sound asleep, dreaming of new experiences. They are sure that their friendship will always be a treasure, no matter where their travels take them. "Bailey the Pup and the Buried Treasure" is a story about excitement, friendship, and the fun of finding something new. It teaches kids about the importance of working together, having lasting friendships, and the strong bond between a child and her dog. This is how the story starts: Bailey was a smart and brave puppy who used to live in Seabreeze Cove, a cute seaside town. As a Golden Retriever, Bailey was full of life and had a great sense of fun. He had so much energy and could make every day an exciting experience and his family loved him. Between the wide ocean and the rising hills is Seabreeze Cove, a lovely place to hide away. Along the gravel roads were cute homes with gardens full of bright flowers that looked like they were dancing in the light sea breeze. The quiet people who lived in Seabreeze Cove loved their peaceful life, and Bailey, the active and daring dog, made the neighborhood a lot of fun. Bailey's boundless energy comes from his owner, a sweet little girl named Lily. As soon as Lily and Bailey met, they fell in love and couldn't be apart. They became best friends and stories about them spread all over Seabreeze Cove. Bailey was a wonderful dog who loved life very much. Even the dullest days could be turned into amazing trips with his magic. Bailey's eyes would light up with joy every morning as the sun rose over the sparkling water, and he would kiss Lily awake, eager to start their new journey. Lily and Bailey were always happy and excited when they got to Seabreeze Cove because they saw each day as a new adventure to be found. Lily and Bailey would start their trips together as the sun rose, making the sky a world of pink and gold. The ritual brought them closer together because it promised them excitement and new things every day. The sandy beach of the cove was where they played. It was a big space where they could run and chase birds for as long as they wanted. Bailey would run on the sand, leaving paw prints that showed where they had been, and his happy barks would fill the air. Lily would laugh as she looked at her loyal friend. His golden coat would shine like a happy star in the warm sun. They loved rolling around in the soft, foamy sea foam because it tickled their skin and made them want to play. The smooth salt air carried by the sea breeze made people dream of faraway places and riches that haven't been found yet. Early explorers felt the same way when they went out into the unknown: full of excitement. Lily and Bailey were no different. Their travels took them to places they hadn't been before, where rocks and sand met suddenly. Lily and Bailey would look into these secret places with awe and amazement, saying they would find buried wonders. They gathered seashells of every color you can think of driftwood with stories about the sea, and their footprints to show that they had been in these remote places of the world. Lily was interested in Bailey for hours because he was always asking questions, and he seemed to have endless energy. He would follow his nose as he looked into the secrets of the beach, checking out every nook and cranny. Lily would follow him, and her heart would burst with gratitude for her brave puppy.

In 1945, US intelligence officers in Manila discovered that the Japanese had hidden large quantities of gold bullion and other looted treasure in the Philippines. President Truman decided to recover the gold but to keep its riches secret. These, combined with Japanese treasure recovered during the US occupation, and with recovered Nazi loot, would create a worldwide American political action fund to fight communism. This 'Black Gold' gave Washington virtually limitless, unaccountable funds, providing an asset base to reinforce the treasuries of America's allies, to bribe political and military leaders, and to manipulate elections in foreign countries for more than fifty years.

A bundle of books #1 (STILL ALIVE) and #2 (STILL HOPE) in Ava Strong’s Lily Dawn FBI Suspense Thriller series! This bundle offers books one and two in one convenient file, with over 100,000 words of reading. FBI BAU Special Agent Lily Dawn, half Dutch, half Hispanic, raised in the Caribbean, knows the isles like the back of her hand. When a surge in serial killers in the region prods the FBI to assemble a task force, Lily is the natural choice. But Lily is reluctant to face the demons of her past, including her missing sister. “The plot has many twists and turns, but it is the ending, which I did not see coming at all, that totally defines this book as one of the most riveting that I have read in years.” —Reader review for Not Like Us In STILL ALIVE (Book #1), when a bloated body is found floating in international waters, twenty miles out at sea, Lily Dawn is called back to the Caribbean. But this is not a happy homecoming. She hasn’t seen her parents since moving to Miami ten years ago, and now her sister has been declared legally dead. Can Lily stop the killer before he strikes again? Or will she sink under the weight of her past? In STILL HOPE (Book #2), when a new serial killer strikes, leaving victims on a series of remote islands, Lily gears up for a deadly game of cat and mouse. Will Lily be able to map out the killer’s twisted mind? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the LILY DAWN mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. Future books in the series are now also available.

FBI BAU Special Agent Lily Dawn, half Dutch, half Hispanic, raised in the Caribbean, knows the isles like the back of her hand. When a surge in serial killers in the region prods the FBI to assemble a task force, Lily is the natural choice. But Lily is reluctant to face the demons of her past, including her missing sister, and when a new serial killer strikes, leaving victims on a series of remote islands, Lily gears up for a deadly game of cat and mouse. “The plot has many twists and turns, but it is the ending, which I did not see coming at all, that totally defines this book as one of the most riveting that I have read in years.” —Reader review for Not Like Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ STILL HOPE is book #2 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller Ava Strong, whose bestseller NOT LIKE US (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star ratings and reviews. Lily Dawn is called back to the Caribbean. But this is not a happy homecoming. She hasn’t seen her parents since moving to Miami ten years ago, and now her sister has been declared legally dead. Will Lily be able to map out the killer’s twisted mind? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the LILY DAWN mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. Books #3-#5 in the series—STILL AWAKE, STILL HERE. STILL MAD—are now also available. “This is a chilling, suspenseful page turner that just might leave you scared at night!” —Reader review for Not Like Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very intriguing, kept me turning page after page… Lots of twists and turns and a very unexpected ending. Cannot wait for the next in this series!” —Reader review for Not Like Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A roller coaster ride of events… Can’t put down until you finish it!” —Reader review for Not Like Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Excellent read with very realistic characters that you become emotionally invested in… Couldn't put it down!” —Reader review for The Death Code ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An excellent read, lots of twists and turns, with a surprising ending, leaving you wanting to read the next book in the series! Well done!” —Reader review for The Death Code ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Well worth the read. Cannot wait to see what happens in the next book!” —Reader review for The Death Code ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Quickly became a story I couldn’t put down! I highly recommend this book!” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I really enjoyed the fast-paced action, plot design and characterization... I didn't want to put the book down and the ending was a total surprise.” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The characters are extremely well developed… There are twists and turns in the plot that kept me guessing. An extremely well written story.” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “One of the best books I have ever read… The ending was perfect and surprising. Ava Strong is an amazing writer.” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Holy cow, what a rollercoaster… Many times I absolutely KNEW who the killer was—only to be proven wrong each time. I was completely surprised by the ending. I have to say, I am thrilled that this is the first in a series. My only complaint is that the next one isn't out yet. I need it!” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An incredible, intense, spellbinding, enjoyable story. It will keep you captivated until the end.” —Reader review for His Other Wife ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A bundle of books #2 (STILL HOPE) and #3 (STILL ALIVE) in Ava Strong’s Lily Dawn FBI Suspense Thriller series! This bundle offers books two and three in one convenient file, with over 100,000 words of reading. FBI BAU Special Agent Lily Dawn, half Dutch, half Hispanic, raised in the Caribbean, knows the isles like the back of her hand. When a surge in serial killers in the region prods the FBI to assemble a task force, Lily is the natural choice. But Lily is reluctant to face the demons of her past, including her missing sister. “The plot has many twists and turns, but it is the ending, which I did not see coming at all, that totally defines this book as one of the most riveting that I have read in years.” —Reader review for Not Like Us In STILL HOPE (Book #2), when a new serial killer strikes, leaving victims on a series of remote islands, Lily gears up for a deadly game of cat and mouse. Will Lily be able to map out the killer’s twisted mind? In STILL ALIVE (Book #3), when victims of a new serial killer appear at high end resorts on the Caribbean coast, it is up to Lily to uncover the truth. Who is this killer targeting? And why? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the LILY DAWN mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. Future books in the series are now also available.

A bundle of books #1 (STILL ALIVE), #2 (STILL HOPE), and #3 (STILL AWAKE) in Ava Strong’s Lily Dawn FBI Suspense Thriller series! This bundle offers books one, two, and three in one convenient file, with over 100,000 words of reading. FBI BAU Special Agent Lily Dawn, half Dutch, half Hispanic, raised in the Caribbean, knows the isles like the back of her hand. When a surge in serial killers in the region prods the FBI to assemble a task force, Lily is the natural choice. But Lily is reluctant to face the demons of her past, including her missing sister. “The plot has many twists and turns, but it is the ending, which I did not see coming at all, that totally defines this book as one of the most riveting that I have read in years.” —Reader review for Not Like Us In STILL ALIVE (Book #1), when a bloated body is found floating in international waters, twenty miles out at sea, Lily Dawn is called back to the Caribbean. But this is not a happy homecoming. She hasn’t seen her parents since moving to Miami ten years ago, and now her sister has been declared legally dead. Can Lily stop the killer before he strikes again? Or will she sink under the weight of her past? In STILL HOPE (Book #2), when a new serial killer strikes, leaving victims on a series of remote islands, Lily gears up for a deadly game of cat and mouse. Will Lily be able to map out the killer’s twisted mind? In STILL AWAKE (Book #3), when victims of a new serial killer appear at high end resorts on the Caribbean coast, it is up to Lily to uncover the truth. Who is this killer targeting? And why? A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the LILY DAWN mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. Future books in the series are now also available.