{"product_id":"the-old-quarry-adventures-guenter-schrotz-9798184005935","title":"The Old Quarry Adventures - Book 1: Autumn at Pebble Beach","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe Old Quarry Adventures - Book 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutumn at Pebble Beach - 8 Magical Stories\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAre you ready for an adventure? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStep into the magical world of the Old Quarry - a mysterious, untouched nature reserve in Brüggen, Germany, where every autumn day holds a new secret waiting to be discovered. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this first volume of \u003ci\u003eThe Old Quarry Adventures\u003c\/i\u003e, 10-year-old Jonas and his faithful black dog Kiesel set off on eight unforgettable journeys through the golden colours of autumn. Together they explore the shores of Pebble Beach, wander through rustling forests, and uncover the quiet wonders that nature hides from those who never stop to look. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 magical stories await you: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Feather Treasure\u003c\/b\u003e - A mysterious feather leads Jonas and Kiesel on a trail of discovery along the lakeshore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Colorful Pebbles\u003c\/b\u003e - Every stone tells a story, if you know how to listen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Dancing Butterfly\u003c\/b\u003e - A late autumn butterfly dances its final farewell - and teaches Jonas something he will never forget.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Sleeping Badger\u003c\/b\u003e - Deep beneath the roots, Bruno the badger is preparing for winter. But first, there is time for one last adventure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Secret Cabin\u003c\/b\u003e - Hidden among the trees stands a little cabin. Who built it? And what treasure does it hold?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Curious Squirrel\u003c\/b\u003e - Nuss the squirrel has lost something very important. Can Jonas and Kiesel help before the first frost arrives?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Shadow Dance\u003c\/b\u003e - As the sun sets low over the Old Quarry, shadows come alive and tell stories of their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Mystery in the Lake\u003c\/b\u003e - Something stirs beneath the still surface of the lake. Is it magic - or simply nature at its most wonderful?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach story is crafted to delight and inspire young readers aged 5 to 10, with gentle nature knowledge woven naturally into every adventure. The stunning illustrations in a unique hybrid style - expressive cartoon characters set against warm, painterly watercolour backgrounds - bring the world of the Old Quarry to life on every page. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Old Quarry Adventures\u003c\/i\u003e is a bilingual series: every story is told in both \u003cb\u003eEnglish and German\u003c\/b\u003e, making this book a perfect companion for families who love language, nature, and storytelling together. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA heartfelt read-aloud book full of wonder, laughter, and discovery - perfect for little and big adventurers alike. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eFor Jonas, who once pointed from his window toward a mysterious place - the Old Quarry in Brüggen. What could possibly happen there? These stories are our answer.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBy Günter Schrotz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Guenter Schrotz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798184005935\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/24\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 82\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.21d","brand":"Guenter Schrotz","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49173897904383,"sku":"9798184005935","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-old-quarry-adventures-guenter-schrotz-9798184005935","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}