S.M.A.R.T.S. and the Missing UFO

by Melinda Metz, Heath McKenzie (Illustrator)

Overview

Hubble Middle School is getting some strange visitors—a UFO has been spotted hovering around the school in what could be a monumental first encounter. But the S.M.A.R.T.S. have their doubts.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781496504661
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2015
Series:	S.M.A.R.T.S.
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	730L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Melinda Metz is the author of more than sixty books for teens and kids, including the YA series Roswell High (basis of the TV show Roswell) and Echoes. Her middle-grade mystery Wright and Wong: Case of the Nana-Napper (co-authored by the fabulous Laura J. Burns) was a juvenile Edgar finalist. Melinda lives in Concord, North Carolina, with her dog, Scully, a pen-eater just like the dog who came before her.

Interviews

Mysteries continue to be a popular topic among middle-grade readers. Perfect for kids who are interested in science, technology, engineering, or math. Teaches problem solving and critical thinking skills. Features a diverse group of kids that offers cross-gender appeal. Back matter extras encourage engagement with the text.