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Ellie Ment
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Encourages kids to think deeply, explore bravely, and believe their questions matter.
“...This book pulls off something quite remarkable. It makes science genuinely exciting, the problems facing our world accessible, and environmental responsibility fun....”
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“A quirky science adventure with an engaging message of sustainability and hope.
Effectively blends environmental science, mystery tropes, and discussions of ethics in this story for STEM-focused middle-grade readers.
The narrative handles the complexities of trying to save the world with nuance and care."
"This playful novel—set in England’s picturesque small-town of Hapsie—recalls Harry Potter and
Hogwarts, but instead of magic, science unites the story. Ellie’s experiments and discoveries offer
opportunities for the heroine to break into explanations about the scientific principles involved."
"There’s much to appreciate about this purpose-driven book. Along with a valuable STEM focus, the
story is creative, and Ellie’s fierce stubbornness and willingness to go head-to-head with adults
makes her a strong role model."
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Ellie perfectly embodies the children of the STEM generation as she regularly engages in scientific observation and experimentation that would often be considered far beyond her years....
...A brilliant beginning to a series that promises many more adventures, Ellie's quest to protect the planet earns five out of five stars for storytelling excellence. Read In Full
Dakota Love, for Reedsy Discovery
"Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is a witty, warmhearted novel about kindness, truth, and science.
In Bertie Stephens’s wonderful mystery novel Ellie Ment and the Material Matter, an aspiring scientist investigates a blaze at her school."
4 out of 5
One of Stephens’s standout themes is the tension between idealism and pragmatism in environmental action.
The narrative challenges readers to consider whether compromising ethics for the greater good is justifiable, a question that resonates deeply in today’s climate crisis. Stephens also excels at making science accessible and exciting, seamlessly integrating important learning concepts into the plot to inspire curiosity in young readers."
"Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is a brilliant fusion of education and entertainment, making complex scientific concepts accessible and exciting through Ellie’s infectious enthusiasm.
Bertie Stephens’ storytelling, paired with a cast of relatable characters, creates a narrative that is both thought-provoking and laugh-out-loud fun.
The environmental themes, underscored by the Clean Planet Foundation’s mission, resonate deeply, urging young readers to question systems and take action.
I highly recommend this book to young readers and adults alike who love science, adventure, and stories that inspire courage and curiosity.
The story blends quantum physics, environmental activism, and youthful rebellion, and leads to a thrilling cliffhanger with a neon green sky.
This is a must-read that will leave you eagerly awaiting Ellie’s next move. Ellie has more adventures to come!"
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Ellie Ment and the Material Matter: The Science Book Your Child Will Actually Want to Read
By Timothy Arden
"Smart, funny and grounded in real science, Bertie Stephens’ novel is a gripping eco-mystery that helps children connect the dots without ever talking down to them. It’s a book that opens the conversation about science and environmentalism...
... Plenty of books try to tackle the subject, but few treat children as if they’re genuinely capable of grasping real science—and even fewer manage to make that science exciting. Ellie Ment does both. In fact, it’s the rare children’s book that manages to be educational, gripping and laugh-out-loud funny all at once."
...If you’ve ever wondered how to talk to your children about plastic waste, climate change, or why grown-ups always dodge the big questions, this book does it. It even makes quantum relativity sound like something you’d chat about over breakfast. Every school should have a copy. Every kitchen table should have a child reading it."
"Okay, so first things first: this book is a blast.
Ellie Ment and the Material Matter isn’t your average “kid genius saves the world” story. It’s fun, it’s quirky, and it somehow manages to sneak real science lessons into a story that never feels like homework."
Bottom line? Ellie Ment and the Material Matter is smart, funny, and way more exciting than I expected. It’s the kind of book I’d happily pass along to my younger cousins, but also one I had no problem enjoying as a grown-up who just likes a good adventure."
“Ellie Ment and the Material Matter succeeds in something rare: it makes science feel exciting without being intimidating...
...A delightful blend of adventure, science, and environmental awareness. At its heart, this is a book about curiosity and the courage to ask questions… an invitation to young readers to see wonder not in the fantastical, but in the tangible mysteries of the natural world.
Children will enjoy the quirky adventures, the jam-jar experiments, and the mysteries Ellie stumbles into, while adults will appreciate the gentle encouragement to nurture curiosity and responsibility in the next generation."
"a perfect blend of fun, informative, and timely."
"ELLIE MENT is also just plain fun. The text crams in a lot of adventure: a mysterious set of gauntlets that grant power over elements; an inciting mystery that can only be solved with knowledge of chemistry; a secret society with a vast underground lair...
... ELLIE MENT is exciting, funny, and charming. However, at its heart, it’s a call to action—to stand up, to be our best selves, and to stand together to tackle the challenges we all face in the current moment.
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Science, Maths and Language teacher, Joshua (and Dad too!) gives his honest view about Ellie Ment and the Material Matter...
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More than just a book series, this is a universe of science, adventure, and imagination. Experience it through music with The Ellie Ment Overture, an original orchestral score composed by Joe Hogan—capturing the spirit, emotion, and momentum of Ellie’s journey.
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