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Simon Bloom, The Gravity Keeper

by Michael Reisman

Ordinary sixth-grader, Simon Bloom has just made the biggest discovery since gravity – and it literally fell into his lap. Or onto his head anyway. You see, Simon has found the Teacher’s Edition of Physics, a magical reference book containing the very formulas that control the laws that govern the universe. By reciting the formulas out loud, he’s able to do the impossible – like reverse the force of gravity to float weightlessly and reduce friction to glide on air!

But a book that powerful isn’t safe with Simon for long. Before he knows it, he is being pursued by evil forces bent on gaining control of the formulas. And they’ll do anything to retrieve them. Now, Simon and his friends Alysha and Owen must use their wits and the magic of science in a galactic battle for the book, and the future of the universe, in this funny, fast-paced science fiction adventure from first-time author Michael Reisman.

Published: 5/14/2009 (Walden Media/Dutton Children's Books)

Educational Resources

The Gravity Keeper

The Gravity Keeper

Grades 3 – 5, Grades 6 – 8

Activities & Games, Educator’s Guide, Lesson Plans, Reading Excerpts, Math, Reading, Science, Technology

Reviews

"Reisman's fast-paced, cinematic first novel, already optioned by Universal Studios, transcends its Spiderwickian premise to move in a different direction: it makes scientific concepts interesting and accessible."
Publishers Weekly Starred Review
"This tale plays fast and loose with fantasy and science-fiction conventions with great success. The action is fast-paced; there is lots of slapstick humor; and things do work out in the end."
Kirkus Reviews
"Part 'Harry Potter,' part The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, with a hint of 'Goosebumps' thrown in for good measure, Simon Bloom is a solid choice for the intended audience... With its mixture of humor, fast-paced action, and science fiction, this book will certainly appeal to many readers."
School Library Journal

Meet the Author

A message from Michael Reisman

Michael Reisman

Michael Reisman was born and raised in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, where he spent a lot of time day-dreaming in nearby woods. 

 

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