Book Information
- Series: Formac First Novels
- Imprint: Formac Publishing Company Limited
- Publication Date: 18 October 2005
- Copyright Year: 2005
- ISBN: 9780887806865
- Page Count: 64
- Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
- Interest ages: 6-9
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Adam’s Tropical Adventure
by Marie Décary
illustrated by Steve Beshwaty
translated by Sarah Cummins
In this charming story, a young boy finds courage and engages his friends to solve a small but troubling mystery.
When Adam gets the chance to go to Discovery Island with his Grandma, he takes his camera, a notebook and pencil, so he can practice at being a journalist. He's prepared for adventure. In the tropical jungle he discovers a very rare bird. It's the last of its breed--almost.
Now it's up to Adam to get help to save the few remaining roukoukou from thieves. In this story a young boy finds courage and engages his friends to solve a small but troubling mystery.
Now it's up to Adam to get help to save the few remaining roukoukou from thieves. In this story a young boy finds courage and engages his friends to solve a small but troubling mystery.
About the Authors
Marie Décary

Steve Beshwaty
STEVE BESHWATY was born in Montreal and studied graphic design. His illustrations have been published in books and magazines.Canadian Author
Sarah Cummins
Reviews
"Marie Decary has put just the right amount of suspense and action into [Adam's Tropical Adventure...to keep young readers...on the edge of their seats."
Barb Taylor, CM: Candian Review of Materials
Subjects (BISAC)
JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories, JUVENILE FICTION / Readers / Chapter Books
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