Bells in the Air (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9798900196503)

Don't let the title fool you -The three Bells are the children of Dr. Bell who, with their friends, live the adventures of youth with all it's fun, mishaps, and adventures for the daring. They don't do impossible things like ride on dragons or become invisible. Their adventures really could happen! The children are great role models; they're adventurous and independent, yet still respectful of their elders. They're adventuresome and daring but know when to set aside their fantasies and deal with realities. Action under pressure, not stunned shock or paralysis, but thinking and doing. And helping in more ways than one; and there is the mystery of a missing ruby and diamond necklace.

The adults take a back seat in this book, generally. This book can be seen to gently test how responsible their children are, and it's implicit that the kids are doing their best to prove themselves to their parents. The parents are available when needed, and check up on them regularly, but they also give them space to ramble and have an adventure. "