Alien in My Pocket #3: Radio Active

By Nate Ball

Book Overview

This third book in the Alien in My Pocket series is the zaniest yet Zack and Amp create a massive mishap in this hilarious story. Plus the book comes with a do-it-yourself science experiment.

Nothing's been easy since Amp crash-landed his spaceship through Zack McGee's bedroom window. Now Amp has built a quantum radio to alert his commanders to call off the invasion of Earth. Unfortunately, instead of contacting Erdian Central Command, Amp's radio accidentally broadcasts Amp's messages all over Zack's hometown. Now it's up to Zack and his best friend, Olivia, to save their alien friend from being discovered and to save the planet from panic.

With illustrations throughout, a page-turning plot, and fun scientific facts, this is the perfect chapter book for young readers. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Can two kids save their tiny alien friend before the whole town panics?

Kids Science Fiction Comedy: Laugh-out-loud mishaps and hilarious dialogue as Zack tries to hide a fist-sized alien who only eats crackers and SweeTarts.Alien Adventure Series: The zany adventures continue in Book 3 When Amp's quantum radio broadcasts to the entire town instead of his home planet, the mission to save Earth turns into a mission to avoid being discovered.Best Friends Story: Zack and his next-door neighbor Olivia team up to clean up Amp's mess, outsmart an annoying little brother, and keep their alien secret safe.STEM for Kids: Includes a bonus hands-on activity Follow the simple instructions to build your very own working radio, just like the one in the story.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062216279
• ISBN13: 9780062216274
• Release Date: May 2014
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.1" x 7.4"
• Age Range: 6 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 5