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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​​​​​​​Suitable for children 7 - 12 years

Movie/TV rights optioned by Chrissy Metge Ltd

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