"Filled with friendship, courage and curiosity, this inspirational eco-adventure is suffused in the magic of science. A thrilling STEM adventure, made all the more magical by Jennifer Saunders’ voice."
Introduced by Stanley Johnson, who declares, “This book pulls off something quite remarkable. It makes science genuinely exciting, the problems facing our world accessible, and environmental responsibility fun”, Bertie Stephens’ Ellie Ment and the Material Matter boasts a spritely whimsical style that breaks the fourth wall in a race-against-time eco-adventure that brims with curiosity-sparking ideas.
Wise beyond her years, eleven-year-old Ellie “loved science, because with science, everything had an explanation”. Conversely, “She had no time for magic” because “Magic isn’t science”. And therein lies one of the ideas that underpin this environmentalist STEM adventure — namely, the magic of science!
As for the adventure, when Ellie’s school burns down, a succession of extraordinary events see her join a secret society for the super smart in order to save the world. Joined by Michael, whose creative talents show there’s more than one way to be smart, their adventure is thrillingly plotted.
With an audio version narrated by Jennifer Saunders, Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is a wonderful story for 9+-year-olds to read alone, or else for families to discover together in its entertaining aural form. Though its appeal for STEM-mad kids are clear, the author’s accessible presentation of science is likely to convert new recruits to his “science is magic” crew!
Joanne Owen, A LoveReading4Kids Ambassador
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Action-packed, thrilling, scientific, this book is perfect for science enthusiasts ages 10 and above!
Let me introduce you to Ellie Ment; a self-proclaimed, 11 year old scientist, but a brilliant one nonetheless. When her school burns down in purple flames, Ellie is determined to find an explanation for this. However, it is beginning to seem that not everything has a logical explanation, even more so when her science teacher gives her Elemental Bracers that allow her to summon elements from within her body. Can Ellie uncover the truth about her school? Or will she land in something larger than just her?
Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is an educational, fast-paced read with hints of humour that keeps you on tenterhooks the whole way.... Read Full Review
Perfect for readers who like a mix of science, curiosity, and adventure
Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is a really engaging and thoughtful book that manages to turn science into an adventure. From my perspective, Ellie is a brilliant main character because she's not just clever-she's curious, determined, and always asking questions about how things work. She doesn't always get everything right, which makes her feel realistic and shows that learning takes time.
One of the strongest parts of the book is how it explains ideas about materials and matter in a way that feels natural and interesting. The science is built into the story, so instead of feeling like a lesson, it feels like you're discovering things alongside Ellie.... Read Full Review
Really good book about an adventure with the environment and science. Definitely recommend
Really awesome book, definitely worth a read to any young teens. The story is about a young girl named Ellie who becomes involved in mysterious and strange situations. We love that it has alot of stuff about science, the environment and adventures. We also learnt alot of new things reading this story.... Read Full Review
Available on Amazon. For kids interested in STEM, funny adventures, and science you can perform at home!
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Ellie Ment and the Material Matter and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
Ellie Ment and the Material Matter features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Books Reviewed by our Reader Review Panels, Indie Author Books , Indie Books We Love, Recommendations, Adventure Stories, Stories about Family and Friends, Science, Ecological and Environmental Interest - Non Fiction, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s / Teenage: Social issues / topics
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Ellie Ment and the Material Matter was written by Bertie Stephens and published by Clean Planet Foundation
Yes it is part of Ellie Ment series
