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by Marsha Tufft (Author), Marsha Tufft (Illustrator)
The 2023 Next Best Reads First Place Fiction Award Winner
A fast-paced, fun-filled adventure packed with cool science facts and STEM excitement that any curious mind will love...
She dreams of becoming an inventor. First, she has to survive middle school...
Putney Hicks just wants things to go right for once. As a socially awkward 12-year-old suddenly dropped into an elite STEM school, she's surrounded by rich kids with more confidence than she can even imagine. Struggling to fit in, Putney can't see her own potential - but everything changes when she stumbles upon a mysterious tablet with an advanced, talkative AI inside.
Wondering if the friendly pixie in the device is alien or supernatural, Putney is determined to keep it safe while exploring its possibilities. But when competitive art and science projects lead to an ill-advised bet with a wealthy mean girl, this would-be engineer may be in way over her head.
Will her new, unpredictable mentor be enough to help her survive her first week in class?
The Secret of the Magic eyePad is the award-winning first book in the Putney Hicks Inventor Adventures series - a fun, clever, and inspiring STEM tale for young readers who love a mix of innovation, middle school drama, and heart.
Scroll up to buy now and join Putney on her first big adventure where she discovers a world where anything - and everything - is possible!
2021 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal WINNER
2023 Wishing Shelf Book Awards Silver Medal WINNER
2023 Moonbeam Book Awards Silver Medal WINNER
What readers are saying:
★★★★★ "Forget Nancy Drew - Putney Hicks is the female mentor for MacGyver!" - Amazon Review
★★★★★ "A thrilling mix of problem-solving, self-discovery, and the joy of embracing one's inner inventor" - Amazon Review
★★★★★ "Engaging, fast-paced, and casually brings in concepts like MVP for young girls in STEM." -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "A delightful blend of mystery and innovation, perfect for young minds." -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "Encourages us to embrace our hobbies and interests, showing how they can lead us to achieve our wildest dreams." -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "Putney's adventures are realistic, credible, and inspiring for young women in the STEM world." -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "A magical middle school adventure: A journey of self-discovery and innovation!" -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "A sub-teen MacGyver. I wish I had had these books earlier to read alongside Nancy Drew." -Amazon Review
★★★★★ "A masterpiece with a great storyline and even greater lessons" - Readers' Favorite
