  | Lexi Magill and the teleportation tournament Author: Long, Kim | |
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Summary:
Twelve-year-old physics whiz Lexi Magill won't let anything stop her from winning Wisconsin's Teleportation Tournament--the annual competition where teams teleport around the world to solve science-based puzzles. She needs the prize money if she wants to re-enroll in the science academy her parents can no longer afford. Added bonus: she'll be able to reconnect with her best friend Haley. But Lexi's two teammates put a wrench in her plans. When one misreads a clue that lands the team in a castle in Germany, and the other loses her teleportation medallion in Poland, Lexi wonders what she's gotten herself into. Struggling to keep her team under control as the race rages on, Lexi not only has to figure out how to get back on course (literally), but she must decide how far she's willing to go to win, and who her real friends are.
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| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 4.70 Points: 9.0 Quiz: 511023 |
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 12/01/2019 After Lexi is forced to withdraw from her beloved science academy due to financial hardship, she devises a plan: win the Wisconsin Teleportation Tournament and use the prize money to reenroll. The contest involves teleporting around the globe and untangling science-based puzzles, and science-savvy Lexi, determined to compete, drags two unenthusiastic classmates along for the ride. The story races from one location to another, but the teammates (and readers) are given breathing room as they pause to solve tests along the way. Long includes actual puzzles in the text, but don’t worry: an answer key is included in the back matter. This entertaining tale, chock full of facts and figures, covers a variety of topics, making a pleasure out of learning. A diverse cast of characters—all ages and backgrounds—highlights the idea that there are many different forms of brilliance. A lively story that stresses the importance of true friendship, a passion for learning, and the beauty of teamwork—fine lessons for any reader. - Copyright 2019 Booklist.
