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Children's Fiction Survival Stories

Time Twister

Journal #3 of a Cardboard Genius

illustrated by Frank Asch

Publisher
Kids Can Press
Initial publish date
Feb 2008
Category
Survival Stories, Fantasy & Magic
Recommended Age
7 to 10
Recommended Grade
2 to 5
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781554532315
    Publish Date
    Feb 2008
    List Price
    $6.95
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781554532308
    Publish Date
    Feb 2008
    List Price
    $16.95

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Description

Journal # 3 of the Cardboard Genius finds Alex Archer's powers of invention tested once again. His intergalactic spaceship, Star Jumper, is ready for deep space travel, but his co-pilot Zoe Breen finds a glitch: When Star Jumper returns from her voyage, more than fifty years will have passed on earth!

It's time for Alex to invent a time machine. Its first live subject will be Alex's little brother, Jonathan! The imp's been cooperative since Alex promised he could come on the voyage --- a promise Alex has every intention of breaking. Time travel proves to be full of serious mishaps --- one of which threatens the very existence of the universe! And little Jonathan proves that he's learned a thing or two from his older brother and invents a time-bending device of his own. But once time is twisted, will the Cardboard Genius be able to twist it back?

About the author

Frank Asch is the author and illustrator of more than 70 books for children. His picture books with Kids Can Press include Ziggy Piggy and the Three Little Pigs and Mr. Maxwell's Mouse (illustrated by his son, Devin Asch). Frank lives in Middletown Springs, Vermont.

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Editorial Reviews

... a series of mind-boggling time travel adventures ...

Books for Growing Minds

... A cliff-hanger ... The plot-driven story contains a solid base of scientific fact ... Alex's ... antagonistic relationship with his younger brother will resonate with many readers ...

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