The Fourteenth Goldfish

ISBN: 0375871144

Author: Holm, Jennifer L.

Condition: New

Believe in the possible . . . with this New York Times bestseller by three-time Newbery Honor winner Jennifer L. Holm. A perfect read about a child's relationship with her grandfather!Galileo. Newton. Salk. Oppenheimer. Science can change the world . . . but can it go too far?Eleven-year-old Ellie has never liked change. She misses fifth grade. She misses her old best friend. She even misses her dearly departed goldfish. Then one day a strange boy shows up. Hes bossy. Hes cranky. And weirdly enough . . . he looks a lot like Ellies grandfather, a scientist whos always been slightly obsessed with immortality. Could this gawky teenager really be Grandpa Melvin? Has he finally found the secret to eternal youth?With a lighthearted touch and plenty of humor, Jennifer Holm celebrates the wonder of science and explores fascinating questions about life and death, family and friendship, immortality . . . and possibility. Look for EXCLUSIVE NEW MATERIAL in the paperback-including Ellies gallery of scientists and other STEM-appropriate features.And dont miss the much-anticipated sequel, The Third Mushroom!Warm, witty, and wise. -The New York Times* Written in a clean, crisp style, with lively dialogue and wit, this highly accessible novel will find a ready audience. -Booklist, Starred* Top-notch middle-grade fiction. -Publishers Weekly, Starred* Ellies memorable journey into the world of science will inspire readers to explore the world around them and celebrate the possible. -Shelf Awareness, StarredAwesomely strange and startlingly true-to-life. It makes you wonder whats possible. -Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Reach Me25 STATE AWARD LISTS including the Sunshine State!