Melinda Long

Braid Beard and his pirate crew return to retrieve the treasure they buried in Jeremy Jacob's backyard, but first they must help calm his baby sister, Bonney Anne, whom they awoke from her nap.

A child describes the increasing intensity of his grandparents' snores--that annoy some but also provide a sense of security.

After watching a movie about aliens during a sleepover, budding scientist Art Smart and his friends spot what looks like a purple space ship headed their way. Each chapter ends with facts about such topics as UFOs and space exploration.