Film and TV producer Chrissy Metge and bestselling author Karen McMillan, team up to write an exciting new children’s book series, that brings fun and science together in a child-friendly way that will engage young imaginations.

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Queen Gold has requested help from world leaders to stop the unrest that is happening in Elemental Land. Twins Sophie and Joey are chosen for a mission that will take them into a dangerous world where elements such as gold, iron, hydrogen, and sulfur live.

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This time it is the coppers who are causing problems. They have kidnapped a young hydrogen and are demanding a ransom, but then they come up with the hair-brained idea of going into the human world to steal the Statue of Liberty for an even larger reward. Can Sophie and Joey put a stop to their crazy plans? Joey has the knowledge, Sophie has impressive powers of deduction, and their sword-fighting skills are exceptional. But will this be enough against coppers who can recycle themselves whenever they feel like it, and who have questionable taste in jokes?

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An action-packed, imaginative read that brings the world of everyday elements wonderfully to life!

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'The accessible language and vivid storytelling make it an excellent book for young independent readers.' NZ Herald

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‘As well as being another riveting fantasy story in the Elemental Heroes series, Copper Calamities is a highly original and playful way to foster children’s curiosity about elements in the real world and to ignite a love of chemistry. And the bite-sized fun facts about copper, gold, iron and hydrogen at the end of the book are bound to help with that.’ Lyn Potter, NZ Booklovers

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‘Explosive Elemental Land is where the mountains are metallic, the queen’s golden, iron’s heart is soft, and coppers mend themselves in a melting pot. Welcome to a return visit to a world where meeting the elements is an adventure of discovery.’ — Jill Nicholas QSM,

NZME newspapers reviewer

 

‘The latest Elemental Heroes story, Copper Calamites, gives new meaning to “ exploding with enthusiasm”. Twins Sophie and Joey encounter the eccentric coppers in a story that is both funny and dangerous, making learning and reading a fun adventure.’ — Terry Toner, Dusty Shelves

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‘The latest Elemental Heroes book, Copper Calamities, bursts with interesting facts about elements, loads of humour and some valuable life lessons along the way. There’s never a dull moment in this page-turner for children!’ — Kath Bee, Children’s Songwriter & Entertainer

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'The plot is concise enough to maintain interest, and the large print is ideal for beginning readers. A highlight was the fun facts session in the back of the book.' KiwiReviews

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'As a parent, I'm always looking for books that will keep my kids entertained while also teaching them something new. Elemental Heroes: Copper Calamities definitely delivered on the entertainment factor with its exciting story full of twists and turns. The characters were engaging and the mix of science and fantasy made for a unique read. It's great to see a book that makes STEM concepts fun and accessible for kids.' 5 out of 5 stars, Amazon USA

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'The mix of science and magic intrigued me, and I found myself enjoying the clever banter between the characters. While I may not be the target audience for this book, I can see how younger readers would find the combination of adventure, humor, and STEM elements to be engaging. Overall, a surprisingly entertaining read.' 5 out of 5 stars, Amazon USA

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'this one’s a total blast from start to finish. sophie and joey are such a fun duo, always bickering and brainstorming their way through elemental land’s madness. the whole copper crew adds just the right mix of chaos and comedy, and the idea of them trying to steal the statue of liberty had me grinning the whole time. it’s got that perfect mix of fantasy and science that keeps things exciting without ever feeling too heavy. what i love most is how it sneaks in real science stuff without making it feel like homework. the story moves fast, the jokes land, and you can’t help but root for the twins as they take on another wild mission. perfect for kids who love adventure with a spark of curiosity and a good laugh along the way.' 5 out of 5 stars, Amazon UK

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Movie/TV rights optioned by Chrissy Metge Ltd

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