Science Night

by Julie Packett, MacKenzie Fulmer (Illustrations)

The Chronicles of Ms. Clarke's Science Night is the first book in a new STEM / STEAM themed series designed for children ages 8-12. In the series, the reader explores the world of science and technology through the eyes of Ms. Clarke's fifth-grade students. New year, new teacher, new classroom duty! Ms. Clarke says new experiences can be rewarding, but her fifth graders need more convincing. Julie, a shy girl, feels a downpour of emotions when assigned her role as classroom weather reporter. Although she already knows the five second rule for lightning and thunder, taking daily rainfall observations and reciting the data to her classmates seems terrifying. Does she weather the storm or do stormy days persist? Robbie, an outspoken newcomer with a tragic background, fears his new assignment won't allow him to shine. As one who likes to be front and center, he uses different strategies to win over his new teacher and classmates. Will his game plan to switch classroom duties result in a win or a fumble? In front of family, teachers, and classmates, all is revealed at Science Night! Make sure to continue the school year with The Chronicles of Ms. Clarke's Battling Bots .

130 pages, Paperback

Published October 22, 2020

Reviews

[Cassie Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

For those #middlegrade readers who want a little science thrown in - this is perfect! A #stem / #steam themed story line revolving around Ms. Clarke and her fifth graders. Two main characters; Julie and Robbie, both have emotions they are hiding in the inside versus what they portray to the outside world (HELLO! Social media lesson) andddd as you read through all is revealed at Science Night!
A very relatable story to #middlegrade students! (And an up and coming series!)
AND TEACHERS - @jhpackett has a YouTube channel@where she is reading one chapter a week!

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

A charming read for kids and adults alike!

[Ivy Deitch · Rating 4 out of 5]

My third grader and I read this and he loved it! He thought the weather science was very interesting and liked all the characters. Can’t wait to read the second one!