Down the Chimney with Googol and Googolplex

by Nelly Kazenbroot (Artist)

Overview

Googol and Googolplex are on a mission to learn about Earth.

The alien robot duo begin by collecting a number of items including a blackbirdís song, snowballs and a chocolate bar. Pippa and Troy are happy to help, especially when they get to ride to the North Pole in a spaceship. But when they return, Martin, the bully next door, sees something that he shouldn't.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781554696079
Publisher:	Orca Book Publishers
Publication date:	04/01/2004
Series:	Orca Echoes Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	64
Lexile:	620L (what's this?)
File size:	3 MB
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Nelly Kazenbroot is a prize-winning painter and writer, and she has been published in literary magazines across Canada. Her projects include everything from picture books, to adult fiction, to large surreal paintings. She lives in Nanaimo, British Columbia with her family.

Read an Excerpt

Troy laughs. "The North Pole is a long way from here."
   "Our spaceship is very fast!" Googol says.
   Troy's eyes light up. "You have a spaceship?"
   "It's on the roof of your house," Googolplex says.
   Troy looks at Pippa. "We could go with them if they promise to have us back before dinner."

Editorial Reviews

"This is amusing, lighthearted science fiction, hard to find for young readers...The fast-paced plot is child-centered with ample dialogue for reader involvement with the characters."

CM Magazine

"Marvellous fun!" "Be sure to get this book!"

Hi Rise

"A light-hearted science fiction story that also provides some valuable lessons about intercultural friendship."

Canadian Literature

"A very entertaining book that would appeal to students."

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