The hidden key
By: written and illustrated by Karen Simpson-Tweedie
Publisher: Sheepdog Press
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Onancock, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 124
ISBN-13: 9780964839366
Subjects: Juvenile fiction
Description: In the story, two cousins, Megan and Kendall, spend the summer with their grandparents in Accomac and purchase a box at a local auction that turns out to hold many secrets to the past. As these children hunt for clues to family trees and learn about life nearly 200 years ago from old letters and a diary, they unravel mysteries that add to their summer adventure. They are assisted by the curator of Kerr Place in their search. Items in the actual furniture exhibit appear in this fictional story.
Notes: Includes these activities related to the story: Glossary - Activities - Family tree - Map of Eastern Shore - Notes for teachers.

Includes "Directions for making your own family tree."--Cover.