Poor Mrs Brown has lost her precious spotty handbag somewhere in Jubilee Park. Pearlie and her friends must become detectives to solve the mystery.

"Poor Mrs Brown has lost her precious spotty handbag somewhere in Jubilee Park. Where could it be? Pearlie and her friends must become detectives to solve the mystery."-- Provided by publisher.

In her acclaimed New York Times bestseller, Motherless Daughters, Hope Edelman explored the profound and lasting effects of mother loss, as well as her own search for healing. Now, in her compelling new work, Edelman explores another complex, life-changing relationship, the intricate bond between generations. Drawing from her own experience and the recollections of over seventy other granddaughters, Edelman explores the three-generation triangle from which women develop their female identities: the grandmother-mother-daughter relationship. With eloquent personal testimony, she demonstrates the vital roles grandmothers have played in their granddaughters' lives, as a source of unconditional love, family values and traditions, and backup parent, the ultimate safety net. Here are grandmothers in all their glory: The "Benevolent Manipulator", whose love for her family is matched only by her desire for control; The "Gentle Giant", awesome, respected, who possesses a quiet, behind-the-scenes power; The "Autocrat", who rules her extended family like a despot; The "Kinkeeper", the family hub, who offers a sense of cohesion to the extended clan. With insight and compassion, Edelman probes this unique and emotionally-charged relationship in a book that is a true celebration of an extraordinary bond--and a must read for every woman.

Teenager on the edge of a technological breakdown I lost my mobile at the mall and am now facing certain death. My mother will accuse me of being lazy, ungrateful and plain old stupid. The first death I suffer will be from an utter lack of natural justice. My father will sentence me to die by disappointment. His shoulders will sag and there will be a long escape of air from his chest, as if I've crept up behind him and pulled out his plug. As if I deliberately lost my mobile phone to prove to him that there is no God. My best friend will kill me, all because there's a photo in my mobile of her standing next to Hugh Jackman. I am not an overly dramatic person, but a year's worth of numbers, texts and photos were in my phone, and if I don't get them back my life is not worth living.

Hurly-burly! Pearlie takes part in a Butterfly Carnival in Rio When Pearlie arrives in the dazzling Tijuca Forest in Brazil, she discovers a world of creatures she’s never seen before. There are shiny beetles, and lizards that walk on water. But the most amazing creatures of all are the beautifully coloured caterpillars. Pearlie helps her new friend, Morena the Tijuca Forest fairy, prepare for a giant celebration. But some very naughty birds and a case of mistaken identity could ruin the party completely! Is it Pearlie to the rescue or Pearlie being rescued?

A biographic reference to notable people in Australia. Entrants are drawn from all areas of Australian life, including the arts, politics, education, medicine, defence, business, diplomatic service, and recipients of honours and awards.

"PEARLIE AND THE LOST HANDBAG Poor Mrs Brown has lost her red spotty handbag somewhere in Jubilee Park. Where could it be? Pearlie and her friends must become detectives to solve the mystery. PEARLIE AND JASPER Hurrrly-Burrrly, it's an icy cold day in Jubilee Park when Pearlie has an unexpected visitor - a shivering little elf named Jasper. His home has been destroyed to make way for a road so Pearlie takes him under her wing and they set out to find him a cosy place to live in Jubilee Park. Not all goes to plan as Jasper is led astray and imprisoned by those dastardly rats in their dingy drain to be their servant. But Jasper has a few tricks under his hat to show those rascals and manages to find himself a perfect home. PEARLIE AND THE CHRISTMAS ANGEL It's only two days until Christmas in Jubilee Park! Pearlie, Opal and Jasper are so excited because Carols by Candlelight will be celebrated under the giant Christmas tree. The tree is glittering with marvellous decorations and topped by the most beautiful Christmas angel ever! But when a fierce, hot summer storm hits the park, the tree is ruined and the poor angel is toppled from her branch! Can Pearlie and her friends weave the

Hop aboard a magic ladybird and join Pearlie on seven dazzling travel adventures.

Another magical adventure with Pearlie the Park Fairy!One evening, Pearlie the Park Fairy finds a lost doll sitting under a bush. Dolly is very sad because she has lost her little girl. What can Pearlie do?Organise a glittering, glowing, glorious concert, that's what! And all the animals in the park can help too.