The Key Trilogy
The Sharefield Gang of teenagers form special bonds of friendship in their quest to discover the unknown world around them. Their journey engages the reader to discover, analyze, and create solutions right along with them. Learn the value of teamwork. Prepare to be entertained while being challenged to solve mysteries and decipher the inexplicable illusions encountered by these young adults as they grasp critical thinking skills and discover the magic of science. Learn with them as they acquire the tools necessary to confront the technologically advanced world of tomorrow.
Young Adult Readers
In the spirit of giving back, these books are written for you. My sincere hope is that they offer a bit of a roadmap into a world yet unknown. Maybe, in some small way, they will entertain, challenge, educate, and provide comfort to those facing the challenges of the future. My goal is to help young adults with what is to come. It is a future where the problems of tomorrow do not yet exist, where creativity and critical analysis are essential ingredients in their resolution.
Your input is most welcome. You are encouraged to comment, share, and analyze the exploits inside the covers of this series. Please consider leaving book reviews. This will encourage the continued adventures of the Sharefield Gang.
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My Vision
My vision is to create a world inside The Key Series where mystery and intrigue collide with scientific realism. A place where illusion gives way to critical thinking. Life lessons for the next generation are exemplified through the pages of the Sharefield Gang adventures. Their experiences will fuel your creativity. Offering a hub for knowledge and inspiring lifelong learning.
ABOUT PIATT BOOKS
The goal is to entertain while teaching life lessons through simple examples that emphasize teamwork and illustrate critical thinking. Throughout The Key Trilogy failure is accepted as a natural steppingstone to success. Creativity is a skill that can be acquired and honed into a lifestyle that leads to fulfillment. Anytime you ask, “What if?”, instead of accepting “that is just how is”, you are being creative. So, venture into the unknown. Feel the fear, for you are not alone, and embrace change as the gateway to the future. Don’t forget to smile along the way.
The Key on Edge
An Extraordinary Story of Courage and Resilience
EXCERPTS FROM THE BOY FROM BOADUA
The vegetation stood still for a few seconds, but just as I was about to resume clearing, I saw the head of what appeared to be a large snake. Emmanuel was about five yards away. Despite being older, he was much more frightened of snakes, and he was already angry with me for raising too many false alarms that sent him running away unnecessarily, thus putting his life at risk. I wanted to be absolutely sure before alerting him
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John
Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang
Well done! The author uses a Hardy Boys type story to both entertain and teach creativity. Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang. The youthful gang is faced with both adventure and mystery. Along the way, they are faced with obsticals that require creative thinking. At the end of the story, the author discusses the gangs creative actions. Kudos to the author forusing the experiences of his technicial career to find creative purpose to entertain our younger generation. The author has a strong understanding of the creative process which he shares as a bonus via discussion notes at the end of the story.
Well done! The author uses a Hardy Boys type story to both entertain and teach creativity. Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang. The youthful gang is faced with both adventure and mystery. Along the way, they are faced with obsticals that require creative thinking. At the end of the story, the author discusses the gangs creative actions. Kudos to the author forusing the experiences of his technicial career to find creative purpose to entertain our younger generation. The author has a strong understanding of the creative process which he shares as a bonus via discussion notes at the end of the story.
Terry
Subtle Lessons Woven Throughout
If you are looking for a good book for your child or classroom that is sprinkled with easy to understand examples to be more collaborative and creative, this is it! Woven within the story are lessons just below the surface that encourage positivity, help develop critical thinking skills and learn different approaches to problem solving.
If you are looking for a good book for your child or classroom that is sprinkled with easy to understand examples to be more collaborative and creative, this is it! Woven within the story are lessons just below the surface that encourage positivity, help develop critical thinking skills and learn different approaches to problem solving.
Mansour
Awesome Book!
Well written book. I strongly recommend it to eveyone, specially young people. creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and tolerance are the messages and purpose of this book.
Well written book. I strongly recommend it to eveyone, specially young people. creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and tolerance are the messages and purpose of this book.
Beth
Fascinating informative book!
A well written informative book that will reach many young readers. The author used and imaginative way to entertain and teach. The characters and mystery kept me reading and I couldn’t put it down. The readers gain such skills and guidance to the appropriate approach and application to solve problems and situations that they may face in life. The Key on Edge does open many avenues of creativity and imagination!
A well written informative book that will reach many young readers. The author used and imaginative way to entertain and teach. The characters and mystery kept me reading and I couldn’t put it down. The readers gain such skills and guidance to the appropriate approach and application to solve problems and situations that they may face in life. The Key on Edge does open many avenues of creativity and imagination!
Robin
Intriguing and Fun!
The Key on Edge spins a web of mystery around a gang of teenage friends, who pool their talents to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles. A page turner to the very end, the story relates how creative thinking and teamwork, can unravel a jumble of confusing threads to reveal the logical truths underlying illusion. I highly recommend jumping into the fascinating tale.
The Key on Edge spins a web of mystery around a gang of teenage friends, who pool their talents to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles. A page turner to the very end, the story relates how creative thinking and teamwork, can unravel a jumble of confusing threads to reveal the logical truths underlying illusion. I highly recommend jumping into the fascinating tale.
Megan
Highly Recomended
The Key on Edge had and amazing story with relatable characters that went through many trials (and trails). They worked out each problem they encountered leaving the reader with newfound insights that they can relate to their own situations in life. Each of the characters were developed brialiantly gaining a new grit and confidence in their ability to overcome adversity. Any person can benifit from this page-turner of a novel.
The Key on Edge had and amazing story with relatable characters that went through many trials (and trails). They worked out each problem they encountered leaving the reader with newfound insights that they can relate to their own situations in life. Each of the characters were developed brialiantly gaining a new grit and confidence in their ability to overcome adversity. Any person can benifit from this page-turner of a novel.
Highly Recomended
The Key on Edge had and amazing story with relatable characters that went through many trials (and trails). They worked out each problem they encountered leaving the reader with newfound insights that they can relate to their own situations in life. Each of the characters were developed brialiantly gaining a new grit and confidence in their ability to overcome adversity. Any person can benifit from this page-turner of a novel.
The Key on Edge had and amazing story with relatable characters that went through many trials (and trails). They worked out each problem they encountered leaving the reader with newfound insights that they can relate to their own situations in life. Each of the characters were developed brialiantly gaining a new grit and confidence in their ability to overcome adversity. Any person can benifit from this page-turner of a novel.
Megan
29. July, 2024.
Awesome Book!
Well written book. I strongly recommend it to eveyone, specially young people. creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and tolerance are the messages and purpose of this book.
Well written book. I strongly recommend it to eveyone, specially young people. creativity, critical thinking, teamwork, and tolerance are the messages and purpose of this book.
Mansour
29. July, 2024.
Subtle Lessons Woven Throughout
If you are looking for a good book for your child or classroom that is sprinkled with easy to understand examples to be more collaborative and creative, this is it! Woven within the story are lessons just below the surface that encourage positivity, help develop critical thinking skills and learn different approaches to problem solving.
If you are looking for a good book for your child or classroom that is sprinkled with easy to understand examples to be more collaborative and creative, this is it! Woven within the story are lessons just below the surface that encourage positivity, help develop critical thinking skills and learn different approaches to problem solving.
Terry
29. July, 2024.
Intriguing and Fun!
The Key on Edge spins a web of mystery around a gang of teenage friends, who pool their talents to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles. A page turner to the very end, the story relates how creative thinking and teamwork, can unravel a jumble of confusing threads to reveal the logical truths underlying illusion. I highly recommend jumping into the fascinating tale.
The Key on Edge spins a web of mystery around a gang of teenage friends, who pool their talents to overcome seemingly impossible obstacles. A page turner to the very end, the story relates how creative thinking and teamwork, can unravel a jumble of confusing threads to reveal the logical truths underlying illusion. I highly recommend jumping into the fascinating tale.
Robin
29. July, 2024.
Fascinating informative book!
A well written informative book that will reach many young readers. The author used and imaginative way to entertain and teach. The characters and mystery kept me reading and I couldn’t put it down. The readers gain such skills and guidance to the appropriate approach and application to solve problems and situations that they may face in life. The Key on Edge does open many avenues of creativity and imagination!
A well written informative book that will reach many young readers. The author used and imaginative way to entertain and teach. The characters and mystery kept me reading and I couldn’t put it down. The readers gain such skills and guidance to the appropriate approach and application to solve problems and situations that they may face in life. The Key on Edge does open many avenues of creativity and imagination!
Beth
29. July, 2024.
Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang
Well done! The author uses a Hardy Boys type story to both entertain and teach creativity. Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang. The youthful gang is faced with both adventure and mystery. Along the way, they are faced with obsticals that require creative thinking. At the end of the story, the author discusses the gangs creative actions. Kudos to the author forusing the experiences of his technicial career to find creative purpose to entertain our younger generation. The author has a strong understanding of the creative process which he shares as a bonus via discussion notes at the end of the story.
Well done! The author uses a Hardy Boys type story to both entertain and teach creativity. Hardy Boys meet Sharefield Gang. The youthful gang is faced with both adventure and mystery. Along the way, they are faced with obsticals that require creative thinking. At the end of the story, the author discusses the gangs creative actions. Kudos to the author forusing the experiences of his technicial career to find creative purpose to entertain our younger generation. The author has a strong understanding of the creative process which he shares as a bonus via discussion notes at the end of the story.
John
29. July, 2024.
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